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African Heritage and Docks Walking Tour

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
African Heritage and Docks Walking Tour
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Many visitors to Rio see only the most famous landmarks. This small-group tour offers you a richer experience by immersing you in the city’s African heritage. From visiting the docks where the first slave ships arrived to Pedra do Sal where the genre of samba was birthed, you’ll learn about the city’s past, present, and future and leave with a deeper understanding of Brazilian society.
  • Get a richer experience of Rio society than offered on most tours
  • See places missed by many visitors to Rio
  • Small-group tour (maximum 10) ensures a personal experience

What's Included

  • Tour Guide
  • Transportation
  • Food and Drinks
  • Tickets for attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Rio Museum of Art
    Praça Mauá, 5 - Saúde, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-240, Brazil

    The MAR (Museum of Arts of Rio) is located in 'Praça Mauá', City Center of Rio

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

  • 8/1/2023 - 7/31/2024

    Monday - Saturday : 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM

  • 8/1/2024 - 7/31/2025

    Monday - Saturday : 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Museu de Arte do Rio - MAR (Pass By)

Painel Etnias

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cais do Valongo

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pedra do Sal

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Igreja de Sao Francisco da Prainha

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museu do Amanha (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operated by RFWTour

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • 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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Obrigado Rômulo!!!
Jason_K, Dec 2023
Rômulo was a great informant! The pride he has for Río is unmatched and it showed during his presentation. Rômulo needs to be the highest paid tour guide the company has! The experience was life changing!!!
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Wow, that amazing! We are so happy to read that! Romulo is a great guide. Thanks for the review and take care!

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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