Rio: Historical Walking Tour Half-Day Afternoon Walking Tour of the Olympic Boulevard
ID: GYG74255-O-447557
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Take a walking tour of Rio and visit some of its most important historical sites. Take the subway and explore the historical Rio.
Take the subway and enjoy a guided walking tour in downtown Rio. Rich in history and buildings of great architectural appeal, the center of the former capital of the country is best absorbed in the details when you walk through it.
Travel by subway to downtown, arrive at Cinelândia Station an area with relics of the French architectural influence.
On the way to Carioca square see the Naval Club, the Monastery Church of Santo Antônio and the Ordem Terceira de São Francisco da Penitência.
Visit the Confeitaria Colombo, built in 1894, Tiradentes Palace (State Hall), Praça XV including the Imperial Palace, the statue of General Osório, Mestre Valentim's Fountain and the Teles Arch. Reach the cobble-stoned Travessa do Comercio and the former residence of Carmen Miranda. See the Church of Our Lady of the Merchants, the Post Office Cultural Center, France-Brazil House, Bank of Brasil Cultural Center and Candelaria Church. Before heading back to your hotel by subway.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of the area
- Take the subway and enjoy a guided walking tour in downtown Rio
- See buildings of great architectural appeal
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Not recommended for people with walking difficulties
• The tour includes visits to Cinelândia, Largo da Candelaria, Confeitaria Colombo, the Church of Our Lady of the Merchants, France-Brazil House when open, Bank of Brasil Cultural Center and Candelaria Church when open
You are required to bring and wear a mask
At "Relogio da Carioca", an antique iron tower clock right at the exit of the Carioca subway station, Av. Nilo Peçanha, 350-374 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20040-002, Brazil
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
