Top Southeast Brazil Public Transportation Tours - page 2

The “‌Little Africa” tour is historically highlighted as a territory of sensitive memory, struggle and resistance of the black people in Brazil. Despite this, the city is listed as the biggest slave harbor in the history of mankind. This former harbor is an archaeological site listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage because it’s the most important physical trade of the arrival of African slaves on the America continent. It’s also a territory where the black people used to live, struggle and work. By this harbor nearly 1 million Africans disembarked bringing their values, culture and history.

In this tour you will get to know some of the places of the city of Rio de Janeiro called "Little Africa" by artist and sambista Heitor dos Prazeres in the early twentieth century. These sites are part of the historical and archaeological circuit of celebration and awareness of the African heritage of blacks in Brazil.  "Little Africa" has come to identify a significant part of the city's waterfront, where African presence and black cultural heritage have forever marked the history, not just of Rio de Janeiro but throughout Brazil.  Often blacks from all over the country were welcomed there, usually by "Aunt Ciata" who was a very important figure for this whole historical process. It is through this walk through "Little Africa" you will also get to know the Cultural Center "Tia Ciata", Museum of New Blacks, Cais do Valongo, hanging garden and we will finish in Pedra do Sal where besides the historical collection also has great bars and restaurants of typical Afro-Brazilian foods.

Join a unique tour where you ride the subway getting off at the stations to explore São Paulo’s most significant sights and having an overview of it. Admire beautiful public spaces, architectural and historical sights catching a glimpse of São Paulo’s landmarks from old to new, from modern to post-modern. On Paulista, stroll along the avenue admiring the modern architecture of its skyscrapers. Then, take the subway to Liberdade neighborhood and learn all about the largest Japanese community in the world outside of Japan. We'll see its markets, shops and typically oriental decorations, and then continue our underground journey to the historic center of São Paulo. Visit the Cathedral and other emblematic places such as the Pátio do Colégio, the Viaduto do Chá and the Municipal Theatre, and return to the subway to go to the Luz station. After getting to know the history of immigration in São Paulo, whose gateway was the train station, ride back to Paulista avenue to end the tour.

Escape the tourist path with this locals’ tour of Rio de Janeiro. Your carioca guide will share insider knowledge of the city as you explore on foot and by public transport. See Copacabana, the Municipal Teather, Selaron steps and other major sites through the eyes of a local, as your guide points out hidden cafés, rare specialist shops, and little-known architectural details.

Step back in time to the founding of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Learn about the colonial, imperial and republican periods while exploring the city. Discover history, art and curiosities with your art historian guide. Admire art and architecture, including museums, churches, plazas, and more, on this extensive walking tour.

On this matchday experience, we will meet in the most convenient location for you before starting our way to the stadium. We will travel together, making sure to take the best route to the stadium, which will certainly be the Subway (an experience on its own!). When we arrive at the surroundings, I will make sure you enjoy the pre-match experience just like a local fan of the club you visit, so you can soak up in the atmosphere as if you had lived here all your life! We can also stop by the Stadium Store and check out all of the official products if you'd like, too! And then the highlight of the day: the game! At the end, we will go back together the same way and I will safely leave you at the early meeting point. We'll make sure you have a great day out in São Paulo. Some dates and stadiums of the Brazilian League can be changed at any time without prior notice. Please consider the date on the booking tab, but it can be moved forward or backward by a day or two.

Visitation tour to two exclusive and distant beaches, including an easy-access trail with a breathtaking view. Staying at attractions can be negotiated with the guide responsible for the tour, according to the client's interests, and there will be a length of stay at each attraction. The trip will be made in private transport, with air conditioning and there will be no stops during this route, as we will emphasize the attractions offered.

The "Rio Adventure & Culture Experience" aims to deliver an unforgettable experience in Rio de Janeiro for non-Portuguese-speaking tourists who have concerns about safety. The project is designed to offer exciting outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, visits to historical landmarks, favela tours, live dance, and music parties, with the utmost safety and comfort, ensuring that visitors fully enjoy the marvelous city. The package offers a comprehensive five-day journey to explore the best of Rio de Janeiro, providing foreign and local tourists with a unique, safe, and culturally enriching experience. We have a beautiful old mansion with a swimming pool and a view of the bay in one of the most iconic neighborhoods called Santa Teresa, very close to Rio's most famous sights.

Discover Favela da Rocinha on an authentic tour: immerse yourself in the local culture, appreciate the street art and interact with the community, learning about their stories and challenges. Visit small businesses, try local cuisine and enjoy panoramic views of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Discover social projects and/or NGOs that make a difference in the lives of residents. Our experience has a constructive, decolonial and sustainable proposal, contributing to a positive vision of the favela and encouraging local social and cultural actions. Experience an enriching experience that offers a genuine understanding of the diversity and vitality of Brazil's second largest favela. In this experience, you will have and experience: Cultural Immersion; Community Interaction; Street art; Panoramic Views; Living History; Informal Economy; Different Social Perspectives. Awaken a deeper understanding of favelas, their projects and their complexities!!! Access by Metro and Motorcycle taxi.

Brazil is a melting pot of flavors and is home to a wide variety of foods. Embark on a private tour of Rio de Janeiro’s farmer's markets and street food vendors to get a taste of the local cuisine. Discover local fruits and vegetables such as aipim, juicy mangoes, and the cashew fruit as well as snacks such as pastel—a pastry filled with various meats and cheeses—and sugar cane juice.

Get ready to visit the most iconic stadium in the world: the Maracanã! Feels like a football/soccer star entering the field on this 3-hour tour of the legendary Maracanã Stadium. See a collection of mementoes of the stars who made history in this temple of world football. Get ready for an exciting journey, exploring its history with video, sound and a variety of different experiences. It is not every stadium that has seen 2 World Cup Finals! There is a lot of history here and excitement in the air. You don’t have to imagine how the world’s biggest football stars such as former players Zico, Pelé and Garrincha feel here, you can feel it too. To end the tour and experience, we can hang out at the most traditional bar in the Maracanã neighborhood, always with cold beers and delicious and traditional snacks (not included).