European Influence and the Origins of Rio de Janeiro
Overview of the tour in Rio de Janeiro
The stunning landscape of Guanabara Bay, viewed from the Flamengo Landfill, is steeped in history. Highlighting key facts and landmarks, this tour offers a unique perspective to better understand the history of the city, Brazil, and even our present day.
We’ll focus primarily on the original Indigenous inhabitants, their crucial role in the region's history, the discovery of the "New World," the French colonization, the Portuguese reclaiming of the territory, and the tragic history of Indigenous and African slavery.
Additionally, we’ll explore monuments and discuss the region’s rich natural environment, including its flora, fauna, and geography.
This activity includes:
- Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)
- Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro
- Official Tour Guide
Our Guides
On arrival
We will meet at Praça Cuauhtemoque. You can get to the meeting point by bus (local buses or Niteroi inter-municipal buses), metro (Flamengo Station), uber, taxi, etc.
Things to note
This is a tipping tour, so your tips will be very appreciated.
Take comfortable shoes for walking (about 5 Km), sunblock and/or hat, umbrella, or cap (if rainy weather).
Take something to rehydrate. We can refill your bottle with filtered water in one or two points. We may have a toilet stop if necessary.
It will be suspended only in case of heavy rain.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
Vibrance of Rio de Janeiro Tour
English, Spanish
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4 hours
8:00 AM, 9:00 AM
