African Heritage and Docks Walking Tour

4.6
(9 reviews)
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

It’s time to explore the docks and the ‘Little Africa’ region. Learn the history of slavery and the impact and legacy of Afro culture on Brazilian identity. Visit the places where the samba became popular, the African religions started to spread.

What's Included

Tour Guide
Transportation
Food and Drinks
Tickets for the optional visit to Instituto dos Pretos Novos

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the Statue of General Osório

End point

The last wharf of disembark of slaves in Rio

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Statue of General Osorio (Pass by)

    Estátua do General Osorio, Praça XV, Meeting Point

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Boulevard Olimpico

    Corridor built for the Olympics where the old port area used to be in colonial times.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Maua Square

    Square next to the Port, where the Museum of Tomorrow and the Rio Art Museum are located.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Igreja de Sao Francisco da Prainha

    Area of a former beach that was buried, now a stronghold of local bars.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Pedra do Sal

    Historic site where the Carnaval and some African religions started to spread.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Cais do Valongo

    The docks where the African slaves used to arrive in the 1800s.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by RFWTour

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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