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Favela Tours

A different side of the city: guided favela tours, led by locals, offer an eye-opening, respectful look at community life in areas like Paraisópolis. Learn about the culture, creativity and everyday reality of São Paulo’s vibrant neighbourhoods.

200 tours · prices per person, book with partner

São Paulo’s Full Day City Tour: Main City Sights – (Shared Group)
Sao Paulo
São Paulo’s Full Day City Tour: Main City Sights – (Shared Group)
4.9(1,831)·7 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup
Sao Paulo
5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup
5.0(680)·5 hours
from$139/ person
via Viator
Favela Santa Marta Tour
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Santa Marta Tour
4.9(349)·4 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Bogotá: El Paraíso Favela Tour with Cable Car-CIUDAD BOLIVAR
Bogota
Bogotá: El Paraíso Favela Tour with Cable Car-CIUDAD BOLIVAR
4.9(285)·5 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro
Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro
5.0(249)·3 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions
Sao Paulo
4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions
4.9(229)·4 hours
from$119/ person
via Viator
Private São Paulo Tour with Ibirapuera Park, Paulista Av and Downtown Visit
Sao Paulo
Private São Paulo Tour with Ibirapuera Park, Paulista Av and Downtown Visit
4.9(192)·5 hours
from$140/ person
via Viator
Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes
Rio De Janeiro
Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes
4.9(111)·3 hours
from$92/ person
via Viator
Favela Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro
4.8(105)·4 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center History Walking Tour
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center History Walking Tour
5.0(101)·2 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro
3.8(63)·3 hours
from$85/ person
via Viator
Florianopolis Walking Tour - History, Art and Gastronomy
Florianopolis
Florianopolis Walking Tour - History, Art and Gastronomy
5.0(49)·3 hours
from$18/ person
via Viator
Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service
4.8(44)·4 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Walking Tour São Paulo Center: Historical Process Of The Largest City in Brazil
Sao Paulo
Walking Tour São Paulo Center: Historical Process Of The Largest City in Brazil
5.0(24)·4 hours
from$113/ person
via Viator
Private Sao Paulo Architecture Tour – The Most Diverse Styles, Shapes & Sizes
Sao Paulo
Private Sao Paulo Architecture Tour – The Most Diverse Styles, Shapes & Sizes
5.0(21)·5 hours
from$191/ person
via Viator
Rio de Janeiro 3-hour tour of the Rocinha Favela with local guide
Rio De Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro 3-hour tour of the Rocinha Favela with local guide
4.6(21)·3 hours
from$53/ person
via Viator
Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela
Salvador Da Bahia
Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela
4.8(19)·6 hours
from$180/ person
via Viator
Favela Vidigal Tour and Brazilian Lunch
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Vidigal Tour and Brazilian Lunch
4.9(18)·4 hours
from$70/ person
via Viator
Sao Paulo Top Highlights Tour with Market visit (4h)
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Top Highlights Tour with Market visit (4h)
5.0(13)·4 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Private Favela Tour in Sao Paulo - Artsy Paraisopolis
Sao Paulo
Private Favela Tour in Sao Paulo - Artsy Paraisopolis
4.9(9)·4 hours
from$300/ person
via Viator
Cultural and Religious Tour - Aparecida Catholic Temple Tour from São Paulo
Sao Paulo
Cultural and Religious Tour - Aparecida Catholic Temple Tour from São Paulo
5.0(7)·10 hours
from$118/ person
via Viator
Favela Jeep Tour to Rocinha and Capoeira with Local Culture
Rio De Janeiro
Favela Jeep Tour to Rocinha and Capoeira with Local Culture
4.8(6)·4 hours
from$91/ person
via Viator
Walking Tour along Paulista Avenue – The most Famous Avenue in Brazil
Sao Paulo
Walking Tour along Paulista Avenue – The most Famous Avenue in Brazil
5.0(6)·3 hours
from$93/ person
via Viator
Private Tour: Paraisópolis Favela, São Paulo –Art & Inspiration
Sao Paulo
Private Tour: Paraisópolis Favela, São Paulo –Art & Inspiration
5 hours
from$207/ person
via Viator

Favela Tours in Sao Paulo — FAQ

Can you take a favela tour in São Paulo?
Yes — guided tours led by local residents visit favelas such as Paraisópolis for a respectful look at community life.
Are favela tours in São Paulo safe?
Reputable tours are led by local guides who know the community, and are the safe, responsible way to visit.
What is Paraisópolis?
Paraisópolis is one of São Paulo’s largest favelas, known for its strong community, culture and creativity.

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