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Discover Rio de Janeiro's Little Africa, a historic area near the city's old port where much of Brazil's Afro-Brazilian heritage took shape.
Explore the streets and landmarks connected to the transatlantic slave trade, hear the stories of enslaved Africans and their descendants, and learn how their struggles, traditions, and cultural contributions helped shape Rio and Brazilian identity.
Beyond its difficult history, this private walking tour celebrates the lasting influence of African heritage on Brazilian music, religion, food, and culture.
You can choose between meeting your guide at Praça XV in downtown Rio de Janeiro or including private pickup and drop-off from your location within the city. Both options offer the same private guided walking tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We offer pickup and drop-off anywhere within the city of Rio de Janeiro.
In front of the statue of Marshal General Osório at Praça XV (Praça Quinze), in downtown Rio de Janeiro. Please note: This is NOT Praça General Osório in Ipanema. They are two different locations.
Itinerary
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1Statue of General Osorio
Meeting Point
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Boulevard Olimpico
Corridor built for the Olympics where the old port area used to be in colonial times
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Rita
Former African slaves‘ burial place
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Maua Square
Square next to the Port, where the Museum of Tomorrow and the Rio Art Museum are located
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Area of a former beach that was buried, now a stronghold of local bars
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Cais do Valongo
The docks where the African slaves used to arrive in the 1800s
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Pedra do Sal
Historic site where the Carnaval and some African religions started to spread
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN
The place where the slaves that died before arriving in Brazil were buried, now a Museum. Optional Paid Visit!
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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