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Selarón Steps
Selarón Steps
Inside the Royal Cabinet of Reading
One of the first editions of Os Lusíadas
The Metropolitan Cathedral

Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro Historic Centre and Santa Teresa

By Habla Marlie - Tours in Rio
Free cancellation available
Price is S$468 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

In this unique experience, you will embark on a historic adventure walking on the old streets of Rio and visiting the oldest and most beautiful buildings of the city. It is a private tour totally adaptable for you and your partner, family and friends.

The guide will pick you up at the hotel and take you city centre by subway to the walking tour city centre. Only with our guides will you get to know all the rich details and uniqueness of Rio de Janeiro's history.
Then, you will take the last tram of the city to visit the bohemian and historic area of Santa Teresa, filled houses from the end of the 19th and beginning of 20th century. Situated on hilltops, the area offers panoramic views of the city and is close to city centre, being an authentic Rio experience.

Possibility of having lunch city centre or in Santa Teresa (lunch not included)
The tour can also be done by private car by the payment of an extra fee.

Activity location

  • Sao Bento Monastery
    • Rua Dom Gerardo 40, Centro
    • 20090-030, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Largo da Carioca
    • Centro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro Historic Centre and Santa Teresa
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
S$467.93 x 1 AdultS$467.93
Total
Price is S$467.93
Private Car Included
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Private Car: Private Car with Air-conditioning
Pickup included

Price details
S$631.71 x 1 AdultS$631.71
Total
Price is S$631.71

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedTicket to Subway Station
  • What's includedWhat's includedCertified Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTickets to Museums and Sightseeings
  • What's includedWhat's includedTicket to Santa Teresa Tram
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sao Bento Monastery
  • 50m
We start our tour at the Monastery of São Bento, founded in 1590 by Benedictine monks. The monastery is a notable example of Baroque architecture in Brazil. Its church, dedicated to Our Lady of Montserrat, is richly decorated with gilded carvings.
Church of Our Lady of the Candelaria
  • 30m
The Candelária Church is one of the biggest and oldest churches from Rio. Being first a small chapel in the beginning of the 16th century, it was reconstructed from 1775 to 1898. The church has Baroque style mixed with Roccocó and Neoclassic and it is right in the middle of one of the most important avenues of Rio.
Feira da Praca XV
  • 50m
Our next stop is Praça XV (Square XV), the heart of Rio’s main events from the colonial to the republic period. At the square you are going to see the Master Valentim Fountain, which used to be next to the entrance of the ancient harbour. You are also going to visit the Imperial Palace, the ancient coin house, a building full of history.
Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Se
  • 20m
Crossing the street, you will visit one of the most important churches of the city: Our Lady of Carmo Church, the old cathedral of Rio. It has been the scene of some of the most important moments in history, such as the coronation of Dom Pedro I and Dom Pedro II, as well as the setting for royal weddings.
Tiradentes Palace
  • 10m
Right next to the Imperal Palace, we will see the the Tiradentes Palace, the headquarters of the National Congress in 1926. Nowadays it became a national political symbol in the city and it has consolidated itself as one of the most representative buildings of eclecticism in the 1920s. We will see it from outside.
Real Gabinete Portugues Da Leitura
  • 30m
After some walk through the city centre, we will stop by the famous “Royal Portuguese Gabinet of Reading.” Founded in 1877 by the Portuguese, the Cabinet has around 350 000 volumes, including the first edition of “Os Lusíadas”, from 1572. It got more famous recently after being compared to a Hogwarts library.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
  • 30m
Then, we move on to a newer part of the city to visit the new Metropolitan Cathedral. Inspired by the Mayan Pyramids, the Cathedral surprises us with a very modern and unique architecture lit up by the four 64 metres high (209 feet) stained glass windows.
Cinelandia
  • 30m
Our next stop is Cinelândia, important for being a political and cultural centre in the early 20th century. We will have a panoramic view of Theatro Municipal, Ernesto Palace and the National Library.
Santa Teresa
  • 1h 40m
  • Admission ticket included
We will then walk towards the tram station to take the "Bondinho." It is a historical landmark that connects city centre Rio to Santa Teresa, offering a nostalgic experience and stunning views. After embarking on the tram, you will pass above the famous “Arcos da Lapa”, the biggest colonial construction of Rio. Then, you pass by the most important streets of Santa Teresa with incredible views of City centre.
Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas
  • 30m
On our way back, we will stop at Largo do Guimarães, the gastronomic centre of the area. From there, we will start our walk tour inside Santa Teresa. The first stop will be at the Glória Maria Park (previously known as Ruin Park). A mansion that used to be the stage of famous parties in the Belle Époque of Rio, then abandoned after its owner died, and today a culture centre where exhibitions and cultural events take place. Not mentioning the amazing view of Rio’s city centre and Sugar Loaf.
Escadaria Selaron
  • 40m
To close the tour with a golden key, we will walk down Santa Teresa streets to one of the three most visited sightseeing sites of Rio: the Selarón Steps. Covered with more than 2.000 tiles from more than 60 countries, the steps are a tribute to Brazil left by the eccentric artist Jorge Selarón.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSao Bento Monastery
    • Rua Dom Gerardo 40, Centro
    • 20090-030, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELargo da Carioca
    • Centro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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