Centro Historico and Lapa - Santa Teresa Walking, Historical and Bohemian Tour
Description
This walking tour will allow you to have an excellent overview of Rio by browsing its Historical Center which combines Baroque churches, colonial buildings and modern buildings because it is also the business center of Rio as well as the neighborhood bohemian Santa Teresa by accessing it by the famous yellow tram and then wandering around at your own pace.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Presentation of the square with its major attractions such as the Teatro Municipal (the Rio opera house), the Museu das Bellas Artes, La Camara Municipal, La Biblioteca Nacional, Le Teatro Odeon (the only cinema in the square still in operation)
We enter the Cathedral to present its architecture, its history, its monumental stained glass windows
We pass by Largo Carioca to present you the Sao Antonio church and Sao Francisco da Penitencia, one of the most beautiful baroque churches in Brazil and the panoramic view from the terrace of these two churches which are next to each other.
We pass through the pedestrian streets of old Rio to reach this place which is one of the oldest cafes in Rio with its art deco style which makes it an iconic place in the Centro
We continue our walk to arrive at the 15th of November square (proclamation of the Republic) to present to you the Church of Our Lady of the Carmelites, the Paço Imperial, the Equestrian Statue of General Osorio, the Tax Island and the ferry pier to Niteroi and Paqueta Island in Guanabara Bay
We then reach Pie X square by the pedestrian streets to show you the Candélaria church, the Olympic boulevard, the CentrO Cultural do Banco do Brasil and the casa França Brasil
And we continue our walk to the Saint Benoit monastery which is one of the most beautiful churches in Rio to visit it and tell you its history.
This square is an important cultural place because there is the Museu de Amanha (Museum of tomorrow) which we do not visit but which is architecturally very interesting as well as the Art Museum of Rio with its panoramic terrace on the top floor which allows you to have an incredible view of the Maua square, the Niteroi Bridge, the Museum of Tomorrow ...
This mural, which is considered the largest in the world, represents 5 ethnic groups and was produced by Eduardo Kobra for the Olympic Games
We will then go back to the Santa Teresa Tram station to take the famous yellow Bonde (tram) to go up to the Santa Teresa district. It is a panoramic walk of thirty minutes full of charm.
Walk and around the Largo dos Guimaraes in the heart of Santa Teresa to discover its houses from the end of the XIXth, beginning of the XXth, nice views, restaurants and bars which also make this district famous.
The iconic point of Santa Teresa, former home of Laurinda Santos Lobo transformed into a gazebo with an incredible view of the Centro, the Arches of Lapa, Christ and Botafogo
Leaving Santa Teresa to go to Lapa at the foot of the hill, we will pass by the famous multicolored staircase of George Selaron, Chilean artist who created it in about twenty years.
We will continue to stroll while admiring the multiple graffiti which decorate the walls of this district to reach the arches of Lapa, old Rio aqueduct dating from the XVIII and supplying water to the city of Rio until the end of the XIX. The tram from passes through the aqueduct to access Santa Teresa
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The meeting is done in the hotel lobby indicated by the client or in front of the Copacabana Palace when the visit is not private.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(45)
3 days in Rio with Rafael my guide commissioned by Antoine de Good Guide in Rio Programme concocted by Antoine. Excellent proposal that combines nature/culture/history Antoine very accompanying and facilitating for the booking and the problems I encountered to confirm my commitment. I recommend +++ D1: Tijuca Forest and Pedra Bonita Hiking D2: Lapa - Santa Teresa and Favela Santa Marta D3: historic centre My guide Rafael Franco Brazilian in perfect French knew his program very well. Very available, attentive, a lot of care during these 3 days. 26 years old but already a talented and competent guide on the whole program. The 3 excellent days. My memorable memories: the view from Pedra Bonita, the visit to the Favela that breaks the cliché of the Favelas and the entrance to the cathedral striking with emotion. Thanks to Antoine for the proposal and Rafael for the support
Mille mercis Laurent pour ce superbe avis au sujet de votre découverte de Rio avec Raphaël qui était très heureux de ces 3 jours passés avec vous. Pedra Bonita est une belle randonnée avec, en récompense, un visuel époustouflant sur la zone ouest de Rio et la favela Santa Marta avec Marco, notre guide local, une expérience immersive à la rencontre de ses habitants. Merci encore pour votre confiance et très bon retour en France.
My guide was Camila. Presentation and info of the sites visited during 2 days in good quality and adapted with the visitor Guide very interested in knowing the history, culture, lifestyles ...of other countries Thank you for the quality of the service of your agency and the guide 👍😀😎
Un très grand merci Catherine pour ce magnifique avis au sujet de Camila qui vous a accompagnée pendant ces 2 jours de visites. Elle a été très heureuse de lire votre commentaire et vous en remercie. Très bon retour en France et à bientôt peut être.
Beautiful experience of Rio with all the perfectly organized tours with exceptional guides and adapted for each type of visit and for our family. It was exceptional! Thank you.
Mille mercis Emma pour ce superbe avis 5 étoiles. Nous avons été très heureux de pouvoir organiser votre séjour de fin d'année à Rio avec Alexandre qui vous a montré les lieux emblématiques et d'autres plus secrets de Rio, Marco pour la favela Santa Marta et Bruno pour le tour en bateau dans la baie de Guanabara. Nous espérons vous revoir très bientôt, le Brésil est un grand pays avec une multitude d'expériences à vivre, toutes aussi enrichissantes que Rio. Bien à vous tous
Our guide Alex and his driver Steeve made us live unforgettable moments in Rio. Beautiful discoveries and many informative exchanges with our guide. We recommend it!
Un très grand merci Kely pour vos commentaires 5 étoiles concernant les prestations de Stevie et Alex. Ils font toujours le maximum pour que l'expérience à Rio soit la meilleure possible et la mission a été accomplie à la lecture de votre avis. Merci pour votre confiance et nous espérons à très bientôt.
We spent two extraordinary days with Ivan. The tours are perfectly organized and the time optimized. His command of the French language is excellent. We advise him with his eyes closed.
Milles mercis pour ce superbe avis, Ivan a été très heureux de vous accompagner à la découverte de Rio. C'est un excellent guide qui sait transmettre son amour de la cidade Maravilhosa. Encore un grand merci pour votre confiance et avoir fait appel à nous pour cette découverte. Très cordialement
Great experience with the agency. Antoine concocted us for my sister and me, a tailor-made journey. Just enough to see plenty of different landscapes and free time to rest. He knew how to reassure us and accompany us during the construction period of this beautiful trip. Many thanks to this dynamic, serious team. Ivan, our guide shared with us his childhood memories, his knowledge, his love for this beautiful country and a beautiful moving encounter with Marco in the favela. Thanks to Paulo, our driver and our guides Helena in Paraty and Ana in Foz de Iguaçu. The flawless organization, availability and seriousness of Antoine and Ivan. Go ahead with confidence, you won't be disappointed. Nice continuation to this great team.
Mille mercis Valérie pour ce superbe avis concernant l'organisation de votre voyage. Notre objectif est de vous faire vivre de belles découvertes dans chaque région avec les meilleurs guides francophones pour que votre voyage soit inoubliable, notre mission a été accomplie à la lecture de vos commentaires. Nous espérons vous revoir bientôt. Très bonne reprise en France à vous et à Emilie. Antoine & Ivan
We had the chance to spend 4 days with Antoine who founded the agency which is as exciting as determined to show us around his country of heart (because he is French of origin) with a lot of anecdotes and professionalism. Thank you again Antoine for sharing your knowledge and sympathy. We highly recommend this agency which is very serious.
J'étais ravi d'accompagner votre groupe de 8 personnes incluant les enfants, accompagnés des personnes enthousiastes et curieuses, c'est toujours enthousiasmant pour un guide. Vous avez eu une belle expérience de Rio, entre le Carnaval, la découverture du Christ, du Centro Historico, de Lapa Santa Teresa et bien sûr de la favela santa Marta. Un très grand merci Candice pour cet avis 5 étoiles et j'espère te revoir avec ta famille au Brésil. Avec toute mon amitié. Antoine
To organize our stay in Rio de Janeiro as part of a first discovery of Brazil of 15 days, we went through the agency Good Guide in Rio. We started by defining the major stages with Antoine, according to our desires and our budget: the Corvado, the city center, the sugar loaf, a school in Samba, a favela, the neighborhoods of Lapa and Santa Teresa, the Tijuca forest... We then benefited from quality monitoring and good advice. On site, the guide Alexander as well as the drivers Paolo and Xandre were always available and smiling. Guide Alexander taught us a lot about the city of Rio and its inhabitants and answered our many questions, always in a friendly atmosphere.
Un très grand merci Eve pour ce bel avis au sujet de la prestation d'Alexandre à Rio sachant que j'ai été très heureux d'organiser votre voyage pour ce premier séjour au Brésil, entre Rio, le Minas Gerais et Paraty. J'espère que nous aurons à nouveau l'occasion de se revoir autour d'une caipirinha et je te souhaite, ainsi qu'à François, une bonne reprise en France. Encore merci pour la confiance faite à GGIR et très cordialement. Antoine
We made 3 days of visits with this agency. Our guide Philippe was great, he really wants to please his visitors. It adapts to demands and desires. It is interesting to take 2/3 days of visit in order to adapt to the weather (it happened to us) Philip changed our visit to Christ to ensure good weather..... We discovered Marta’s favela with Marco with great kindness and a big smile. Behind the scenes of the carnival are also a great visit. The last day in Petropolis is a change of scenery advised on Sunday. We recommend this agency to the top!!!!
Chère Stéphanie, Philippe a été très touché par votre avis et se joint à moi pour vous remercier pour les superbes commentaires. Il a été très heureux de vous accompagner avec votre mari à la découverte de Rio dont la favela Santa Marta qui est une belle expérience avec notre guide local Marco, toujours pleine d'émotions, et aussi de Petropolis, une ville magnifique sur les hauteurs de la Serra do Mar qui vaut d'y passer une journée en excursion à 70 km de Rio. Encore merci pour votre confiance en espérant vous revoir bientôt. Très cordialement. Antoine
We took a tour of the Centro district with Edmundo Montalvo, and it was absolutely fantastic! He is maybe the best guide we’ve ever had. So knowledgeable, intelligent, took us to see everything, including the cathedral, the famous steps, the trolley up to Santa Teresa, and more. Very sensitive and informative. We also had coffee at the oldest coffee house in Rio. I strongly recommend that you try to take a tour with Edmundo Montalba, whether it is the central tour or one of the other ones he does. He is really great!
Edmundo was very touched by your magnificent review and joins me in thanking you. He is indeed an excellent guide, knowledgeable about Rio, always attentive to the traveler, in addition to being very good company. Thank you for your trust and our best regards. Antoine
