Private Tour
Private Walking Tour: Exploring Rio City Center by Foot
Overview
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Explore Rio de Janeiro´s City Center on foot in this 3-hour guided private walking tour. This is the best way to explore the area and learn about the history and culture of a city that was once the capital of Brazil and to appreciate the various architectural styles of the constructions and monuments.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The City government ruled that, starting on September 1st 2021, only vaccinated people (at least one dose) will be allowed to visit the tourist attractions in the city of Rio. Showing a document that proves the vaccination will be mandatory. Don't forget to bring yours! We will update this information as it changes.
Walking Tour (light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunblock and bottle water recommended)
Wearing face masks during the tour is mandatory. Don't forget to bring yours !
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cinelandia
Meeting point. The square with the first movie theaters in Rio and important historical buildings.
Escadaria Selaron
The worldwide famous colorful staircase.
What‘s Included
Professional Tour Guide
Pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks
Options
Exploring Rio City Center by Foot
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really interesting tour with a great guide
Leeab114,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour of the main sights of the city with Flavio. We had a whatsapp message upfront to introduce himself which made meeting on the day easy. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, helped us feel safe and gave us some great wider tips for the rest of our stay. I'd defintely recommend!
Awesome Tour
ITJakers,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Flavio is awesome! Knows a lot about Rio de Janeiro. We learned a lot from him. The tour covers the important landmarks of the city. Wish we had more time in the Selaron steps and had time to have a coffee and brigadeiros in Colombo. But we have a reason to go back. Thank Flavio for showing us Rio, marvelous city indeed!
A Captivating Tour Through Rio's History and Architecture
Silvia E,Jan 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafael, our guide, was phenomenal! He shared the rich history of Cinelândia and explained the urban redesign that transformed the area in the early 20th century. He pointed out key features of the buildings that replaced the original structures, shedding light on the impact of this transformation on the city's residents. Rafael also gave us great tips about traditional businesses that have been operating for over a century and highlighted fascinating architectural details of landmarks like the cathedral, the municipal theater, the Belas Artes institute, and many more. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and left feeling inspired to explore more of Rio. Thank you, Rafael!
Walking city centre tour
faisalbhatti,May 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Wagner is an excellent guide. He had a thorough knowledge of the history and culture of Rio. I had a brilliant day and will highly recommend him.
THE RIVER CONTINUES TO BE BEAUTIFUL
heloisap565,Sep 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I hired a Carioca guide and we took a beautiful walk through the center of Rio on foot. Candelaria, Museum of Tomorrow, Real Portuguese Reading Office, Colombo Confectionery, Ouvidor Street, Legislative Assembly, we walked to the Aquarium and walked on the Giant Roda.
WALKING TOUR EXCELLENT
LOUISE B,Jan 31, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent walking tour of the city under the sky of Rio, our guide Rafael is passionate and explained the whole history of the city, it was a very nice day!!
Rio Centro walking tour
fredfxj,Dec 20, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafa is a nice and knowlegible guy. He knows many about the history of the city. We designed the tour route together and do as we expect. Only pity is that we did it on a Sunday, most of the spots are closed. I would recommend to do the tour on a weekday so that you can get in those places to see inside.
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