Rio de Janeiro Historic Center Tour + Brazilian Lunch, Rio de Janeiro

Details

Duration

5 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Included

English–speaking guide
Admission to the Museum Convento de Santo Antônio
3–course meal

When to book

You can book up to 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 4 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

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Exceptional 37 Travelers·5 reviews

September 29, 2026
Claudia
Brasília, Brazil
Very interesting, guide Henrique was polite and attentive, speaking several languages to better serve all clients! He answered all questions about Bra...
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August 17, 2026
Matheus
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Our guide, Santos, was fantastic! The highlight of the tour, his knowledge was an incredible addition to the already famous and intriguing history of ...
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July 24, 2026
Larissa Aquino
Governador Valadares, Brazil
Santos was very attentive to my family, it was an excellent, incredible tour, he's passionate about what he does.
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On this walking tour of Rio de Janeiro, you'll immerse yourself in the city's historic center, discovering everything from libraries that look like they're straight out of a movie to churches bathed in gold. You'll also enjoy a delicious traditional Brazilian lunch.

Tour Details

At the designated time, we'll meet by the Cinelândia metro station to begin this tour of Rio de Janeiro's historic center. Ready to experience the heart of Rio?

We'll take advantage of the iconic square at our meeting point to admire the spectacular buildings that surround it: the Theatro Municipal, the National Library of Brazil, and the Museu Nacional de Belas Artes. This museum is where European architecture meets the vibrant energy of Rio.

Next, we'll visit the Igreja de São Francisco da Penitência, a jewel of Brazilian Baroque architecture, considered one of the most beautiful churches in Brazil for its dazzling gilded carvings.

Afterward, we'll enter one of the most spectacular libraries in the world: the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading. Its Neo-Manueline style and endless shelves will take your breath away.

We'll continue our tour with a stop at the historic Confeitaria Colombo, a true symbol of Rio's Belle Époque. There, we'll admire its French mirrors and stained-glass windows while discovering where high society used to have afternoon tea in the last century.

Next, we'll delve into the heart of colonial Rio, passing through Praça XV and the Arco do Teles, until we reach Casa Tucum. This last space hosts events and exhibitions that celebrate the art and crafts of Brazil's indigenous peoples.

To end on a high note, we'll enjoy an exclusive menu of Brazilian cuisine. For starters, you can choose between goat salad, country pâté, or ricotta pasta with olives. For main courses, you'll have moqueca (fish and shrimp stew), picadinho carioca (a traditional Rio-style stew), or the famous feijoada (Brazilian stew). For dessert, you'll choose between chocolate profiteroles, milk pudding, or Negresco ice cream cake.

After lunch, we'll conclude this 5-hour tour.