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Rio in Every Step: Experience the City's Pulse on our Free Walking Tour

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Quality Verified Registered on August 09, 2022

Hi! We are Rio Free Walking Tour, the #1 Walking Tour Operator in Rio de Janeiro. Come and join us on an unforgettable walk by Rio's City Centre Streets and learn a lot about the city and Brazil's history.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Ditch the guidebook and uncover the beating heart of Rio de Janeiro! On this unforgettable walking tour, we'll guide you through a city rich in history, culture, and vibrant energy.

Here's a taste of what you'll experience:

  • Cinelandia
  • Escadaria Selaron
  • Lapa
  • Catedral Metropolitana
  • Confeitaria Colombo
  • Paço Imperial
  • Praça XV


And that's just the beginning! Our local guides will share insider stories, hidden gems, and insights that will make you fall in love with Rio in every step. Get ready for a sensory adventure that will awaken your senses and leave you with lasting memories.

Ready to experience the real Rio? Let's take a walk!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Av. Rio Branco, 211 - Centro, Rio de ...
    Av. Rio Branco, 211 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20040-008, Brazil
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    Meeting point is in front of the Theatro Municipal, Cinelandia, City Center. Tour Guides will be wearing yellow t-shirts with our name and logo and will be holding yellow umbrellas.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Municipal Theater - Praça Floriano - Downtown
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Cinelândia - Praça Floriano - Centro

    The square with the first movie theaters in Rio and important historical buildings.

  • 3
    Free admission
    Escadaria Selarón - Rua Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa

    Staircase decorated with colored tiles

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Lapa - Centro

    The famous bohemian neighborhood

  • 5
    Free admission
    Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro - Centro

    Desingned with unique architecture

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Largo da Carioca - Centro

    The square with the oldest buildings in the city

  • 7
    Outside visit
    Confeitaria Colombo - Rua Gonçalves Dias - Centro

    The most traditional coffe shop and bakery in the city. The inside is gorgeous!

  • 8
    Outside visit
    Praça XV de Novembro - Centro

    One of the most important historical squares in Brazil

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 100 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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