Rio Street Art Tour
Description
A unique way to get to know the city's urban artistic life, an opportunity to get to know another Rio de Janeiro on the beaches of Copacabana. Also get to know the architecture and transformation of the old capital of the country, understand how the life style of Carioca was born. A simple way to integrate the city without feeling like a tourist and a simple art lover. In each area of the city there is a different culture and the city center is where all cultures meet.
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Itinerary
We'll take the subway to the neighborhood of Glória, there we'll start our tour contemplating the first legalized graffiti in Rio, then we'll see the European architectural influence in the City of Rio; passing the Selaron Staircase; we took the VLT to the etinia panel (the largest graffiti mural in the world.) and ended up in the museum of tomorrow
Let's go to the third most visited tourist spot in the city, the Selarón Staircase.
In cinelandia is where we will see the main libraries and the main theater of the city. And then we will take the VLT (public transportation) to the Olympic Boulevard.
We arrived at the Olympic Boulevard, which is home to the city's main museums.
We will finish our tour in Porto Maravilha, where you will meet the largest graffiti mural in the world.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(39)
Wellington provided a well informed history and perspective of street art in Rio and the characters depicted in such art. Great tour guide!
Hi, thank you so for your words! It's was my pleasure guiding you around of the city
Wellington gave us a great intro to Rio and we really enjoyed all the murals. He did a great job covering the cultural and political meanings while keeping it fun. Definitely recommend this tour for anyone who enjoys street art!
Thank you so much Amy, It's my pleasure gliding you!
It was great to check out the murals and learn more about Brazil’s history through them, while also getting the local experience of taking the trains and subways within Rio and going to places you tourists might otherwise pass up!
Thank you so much, it's a plesure helping you have good memories of the city!
Great tour in the old town of Rio with excellent guide (Wellington) in a small group. On foot and by tram. The guide gave us a lot of valuable information and showed us the best places with street art far away from mass tourism. Really impressive. Graduation from Escadaria Selaron in the tourist hubbub... Very worthwhile. Anytime again!
Thank you Sir! It was my pleasure guiding your family!
A most enjoyable few hours with our guide Wellington, viewing street art in Rio. Saw a lot of things we’d never have found on our own. As well as putting the artwork in context he told us a lot about the history of the city, politics, architecture, Carnival & Samba schools. Felt it was much more informative & got a much better insight into the city than sitting on a coach having things pointed out. We finished our tour at the rainbow stairs, where Wellington pointed out a few of his favourite places to eat & as a result we finished off with a really fab lunch amongst locals. Highly recommended.
Ohhh, I'm flattered ! It was a honor Guidind you around here, thank you so much!
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the rich history of Rio. It was a wonderful experience.!
Thank you ma'am for these words!!! I appreciate guiding you and your friends around Rio!
Really interesting tour. Good to see something other than the usual tourist attractions. Highly recommended to get a deeper insight into Rio’s history and culture.
Thank you so much, Victoria! You was my pleasure guiding your family here in Rio!
A fantastic time, seeing the culture and some of the background to Rio, really loved the visit to the see some of floats from the last carnival and some incredible graffiti
Thank you so much! It's our job make you have good time in Rio!
This is a great tour. We saw a lot of art and learned a lot about Rio. I would highly recommend it to everyone!
Thank you, those words! It was my pleasure guiding you around here! I hope seen you soon!
Wellington gave an outstanding tour. He clearly explained the significance of the graffiti murals and architectural elements.His tour was quite comprehensive and included many different neighborhoods and artistic styles. I really enjoyed my experience in “Little Africa”. He had extensive knowledge of the to social and political issues related to specific art pieces. Wellington speaks excellent English and even gave me a chance to practice my portuguese! I highly recommend Wellington’s tour to anyone interested in street art, architecture, murals and afro-Brazilian culture.
Thank you so much for these, Sir! It was a amazing responsability to Guide a english teacher, introducing my city for you!
