Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
$100.00
Rio Ancestralities: Little Africa Walking Tour
Your experience begins in front of the Museum of Art of Rio (MAR), where you will meet your guide and receive an introduction to the history of Rio’s port district and its transformation over the years.
From there, walk to the nearest VLT station and enjoy a scenic light rail journey through the port area and past some of the main attractions along Olympic Boulevard. After leaving the VLT at the station indicated by your guide, continue to the Pretos Novos Institute.
At the institute, discover the archaeological site of the Pretos Novos Cemetery, an important historical record from the period of the transatlantic slave trade. The site preserves the memory of enslaved Africans who arrived in Rio during the colonial period and provides important context for understanding Brazil’s history.
Continue toward the former home of Machado de Assis, one of Brazil’s most important writers and a descendant of freed enslaved people. Learn about his place in Brazilian literature and the society he portrayed through his work.
The tour then reaches Valongo Wharf, once one of the principal arrival points for enslaved Africans in Brazil and the Americas. Today, the archaeological site is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and serves as a powerful connection between Rio’s colonial past and the present.
From Valongo Wharf, continue toward the Hanging Garden of Valongo on the slopes of Morro da Conceição. Opened in 1906, the garden contains replicas of sculptures that once decorated the former Empress Wharf.
Walk through Morro da Conceição, passing colorful Portuguese-style houses, traditional tiled façades, narrow streets and historic slopes. The quieter atmosphere of the neighborhood offers a striking contrast with Rio’s busy downtown area.
Continue to Pedra do Sal, historically connected with the unloading of salt and today one of Rio’s best-known locations for samba gatherings. Along the way, see the Hilário de Jovino mosaic, Rua do Escorrega and the staircase decorated with the Brazilian flag.
The walking tour finishes at Largo São Francisco da Prainha, an atmospheric square surrounded by colonial-style bars and outdoor tables. From here, you can continue enjoying the neighborhood independently, with food and drinks available for purchase.
For the immersive tour option, the experience also includes a percussion workshop inspired by the baterias of Rio’s samba schools. This option requires a minimum of five participants.
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Almost all of our tours are done in small groups. All of them have english speaking guides.
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The tour is available during the Christmas and New Year period, except on December 31, 2026. It is not available during Carnival, from February 6 to 9, 2027.
No specific age restrictions. However, children must be accompanied by an adult, and the adult price applies to all participants.
Accessibility information for people with reduced mobility is not specified. The experience includes walking through streets, alleys and slopes in Little Africa and Morro da Conceição, so we recommend checking accessibility before booking.
Cancellations available up to 72 hours prior departure.
After booking and finalizing payment, you will receive a confirmation for your purchase. Then, in less than 24 hours, you will receive the voucher that you can use to take the excursions.
If the reservation is for the next day, we will be attentive and we will send you the voucher before your excursion begins.
The standard tour does not specify a minimum number of participants. The immersive tour option requires a minimum of five participants. If the minimum is not reached, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled according to the customer’s availability.
The immersive option combines the Little Africa walking tour with a percussion workshop inspired by samba school drum sections. It also includes a VLT ride and visits to the Pretos Novos Institute, Valongo Wharf, and Pedra do Sal.
Just complete the booking form. When you finish will be redirected to Paypal where you can pay the tour. You can pay without an account and with your credit card. 
Once you’ve completed your booking and payment, you’ll receive a confirmation of your purchase. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive the voucher you’ll need to participate in the excursions.
If you’ve booked an excursion for the following day, don’t worry. We’ll make sure to send you the voucher before the excursion begins.
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