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Free tour

Discovering history of Rio de Janeiro with a French Touch

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Acceptable (2 ratings)
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: English and French
Registered on 06 April 2023
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Rio de Janeiro is my beloved city since I moved from Paris 30 years ago and my mission is to transmit my passion to everyone who is visiting the "Cidade Maravilhosa" (wonderful city)!
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

English version:
Grab your camera and get ready to experience the magic of this vibrant and historic neighborhood! Step back in time and discover a wealth of architectutal treasure. Known as "centro historico" this neighborhood is a must-see destination for anyone looking to immerse in a rich  French and Portuguese cultural heritage and will leave you spellbound and wanting more. 
Throughout our walking tour, you will have the opportunity to pass by remarkable, a mix of old and new architecture such as: 

  • The municipal Theater
  • The National Museum of Fine Arts
  • The National Library
  • The Imperial Palace
  • The Royal Portuguese Reading Room
  • and many others  

Noises, sounds, and smells are intense and varied, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.
This is "the Rio" I want to share with you! But be careful, this can be contagious

French version:
Préparez-vous pour découvrir la magie d'un quartier vibrant et historique. Suivez-moi dans ce voyage dans le temps pour découvrir une architecture d'une grande richesse. Connu comme "Centro Histórico", ce quartier est un incontournable pour découvrir une culture de grande influence française et portugaise, qui vous surprendra et vous séduira. 
Tout au long de notre visite à pied, vous aurez ainsi l'occasion de passer par de nombreux bâtiments remarquables, un harmonieux mélange de styles architecturaux (le Theatre Municipal, la Bibliothèque Nationale, le Musée des Beaux-Arts, le Palais Impérial, le Cabinet Royal Portugais de Lecture et bien d'autres encore. Bruits, sons et odeurs, intenses et variés, créent une atmosphère vibrante et énergique. C’est le Rio qu’une française "carioca dans l’âme" souhaite vous faire partager.... Mais attention ! Cela peut être contagieux.​


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Praça Floriano, 7 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031-050, Brazil
I will be in front of Starbuck Café with a red sign with my name "Françoise"
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Outside visit
Cinelândia - Centro
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Outside visit
Confeitaria Colombo - Rua Gonçalves Dias - Centro
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Outside visit
Real Gabinete Português de Leitura - Rua Luís de Camões - Centro
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts 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
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Cash payment only.

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