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Explore the center and seaport areas, filled with history of the city and the population of Brazil. In the 'Little Africa' region, you will hear the history of slavery from the point of view of those who suffered from the Atlantic trade and their descendants, on racial issues from Rio de Janeiro, and Brazil as well as the impact and legacy of Afro culture on national identity.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
in front of the statue of the horseman
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.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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