Best Walking Tours in Rio de Janeiro

Discover the beauty of Rio de Janeiro on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Rio de Janeiro by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Historical Center Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (309 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 29.00

 

Guided tour of the historic city center. On this tour you will be introduced to Rio de Janeiro within its historical context. Focusing on architecture and multicultural traditions, which define a unique way of being and living the "carioca". We will walk towards the knowledge and traditions of the City. We will visit squares, churches, and historic sites. There will be the possibility of stopping for lunch, which is not included in the price of the tour. You will spend a maximum of 10 USD per person. We will pass by souvenir shops where the purchase will be optional. We will wait for you for this adventure through the streets of Rio de Janeiro.

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Favela Santa Marta Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (301 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 30.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Discover the favela tour that brings together more than 16 years of experience, international recognition as the best hiking tours in Latin America and TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice seal. As a finalist for a Responsible Tour at an international tourism fair (WTM Latin America 2024), our commitment to authenticity and sustainability ensures a memorable and impactful experience. Book now and embark on a unique and meaningful journey within the favela!

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Carnaval Experience: Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail  in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (254 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.52

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The only backstage tour of the Carioca Carnival, the most famous carnival in the world! When in Rio, you need to experience Samba! This tour introduces you to the artistry and imagination of Carnival and allows you to discover the backstage of The greatest show on Earth! Have an unique and authentic experience exploring the backstage, the secrets, the people working and the preparations for the parade, which is also a competition. During the tour, you will be able to witness the process of construction and production of floats and more than 3000 costumes for the show. This visit includes a guided tour to the factory of the 2022th Carnival champion Samba School, Grande Rio. Including an exhibition about the history of Samba and Carnival, the tour provides a chance to dress up in authentic parade costumes, experience the samba dance and enjoy a delicious Caipirinha welcome drink! Come visit us!

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Sugar Loaf Mountain Half-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (212 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 39.99

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Spend the morning at Sugar Loaf Mountain, one of Rio de Janeiro's most famous icons. You'll take a breathtaking ride in a cable car to the top of the Sugar Loaf for panoramic views of one of the world's most beautiful cities. This morning tour takes you to one of Rio's most famous attractions and also includes a scenic tour of the city.

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Rio de Janeiro Pub Crawl (Lapa district) in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (211 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Come and explore Lapa in a unique way, discovering the secrets and stories that only the locals know. Our Pub Crawl is more than a tour: it is an experience for those who want to connect with the true Rio spirit and with people from all over the world. On this tour, you go beyond the tourist attractions and immerse yourself in authentic Lapa, full of life and culture. We start with shots of cachaça to set the tone for the night. We then visit iconic and intimate places, where music and joy are the protagonists. Get ready to: • Make new friends with people from all corners of the world. • Dance real samba in a vibrant samba circle. • Be enchanted by Latin rhythms, ending the night in a ballad full of energy. • Discover local corners, where Lapa reveals its most special essence. This is the perfect tour for those looking for fun, connection and cultural immersion in Rio's nightlife. Book your place and come experience Lapa as it really is!

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Rocinha favela walking tour with a local guide in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (157 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

You have probably heard, ''Don't go to a favela, it's dangerous". This phrase is based on prejudice. Would you like to experience a favela, real and raw? Come with me on a free walking tour of Rocinha, the largest favela in Latin America, and learn what life is like here. You will walk through the neighborhood while your guide tells the story of the community and how it has developed, from the beginning to today. Following the same paths, the locals walk every day, you will experience the scenes and culture of this vibrant, friendly neighborhood. You will visit a supermarket and other local businesses, and see social projects that benefit the community. You will also see incredible views from the high hilltop and take pictures. You will need to bring money, for donations to community charities, viewpoints, souvenirs, and Moto-taxi.

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Two Brothers hike and Vidigal, the most beautiful view of Rio in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (145 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.92

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Unique experience with breathtaking views, a privileged 360-degree view of Rio de Janeiro and its main tourist attractions such as Pedra da Gávea, Christ the Redeemer and the beaches of Leblon, Ipanema and many more.. Led by local and accredited guides. In addition to being able to enjoy an easy walk outdoors and contact with nature. You will get to know some of the most iconic and touristic Favelas in the city. NOTE: We also do private tours

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Favela Walking Tour in Rio de Janeiro in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (92 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Take a non-intrusive 4-hour walking tour of Rocinha favela in Rio, and learn about life in the city’s famous shanty towns. Take a respectful tour with a favela resident, and meet the locals to experience their lives away from the usual stereotypes.

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Rocinha Local Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (38 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 18.91

 

An unique experience. Join me on a unforgettable trip around the largest Favela in Brazil! Through alleys and streets, learn about our history and social culture, all while going through unique places you can't find anywhere else in the world! - Dangerous? Not quite! Despite the claims of the Media and people who never actually visited us, the Rocinha Favela is one of the safest place in all Rio. Specially during local tour schedules! Have a 100% safe walk on a living urban history site with a local guide that is there to both accompany and take care of you. - What makes Lucky Tour different? The biggest difference between Lucky and other general Tour Agencies, it's that the your trip is made with a local guide, born and raised inside the Favela, that takes you through places that most Guides won't, mostly out of fear or they don't know the huge labyrinth that Rocinha can be. You can't leave Rio without visiting us! Everyone is equal in our place!

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Baile Funk party in Favelas of Rio De Janeiro in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (34 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 37.81

 

Not your average tourist destination! Although baile funk parties are not regularly visited by tourists, it’s a unique local experience that you cannot miss out on on your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While these parties may have a reputation for being dangerous and wild, they are generally safe environments when attended with a local guide who is familiar with the area and its dynamics. Your local guide will ensure you are aware of any potential risks and provide guidance on how to navigate the party safely. By following the guidance of your guide and exercising common sense, visitors can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and cultural richness of baile funk parties in Rio de Janeiro's favelas while staying safe.

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Maracana Stadium Guided Tour: Behind-the-Scenes Access in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (32 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 29.80

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Whether you call the sport soccer or futebol, make your pilgrimage to Maracanã Stadium, hallowed ground for the game. On this 2-hour guided tour, delight in a behind-the-scenes look at the stadium renovated for the 2014 World Cup. Sit on a team bench and imagine the legendary moments that took place here, including Pele’s 1,000th goal and Brazil’s shocking defeat at the 1950 World Cup. For added convenience, enjoy the option with round-trip hotel transport.

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Explore the history and culture of Favela da Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (30 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 37.81

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

In my tour I always search to make the tourists not just to see but feel the places and people, it's like they become part of the favela too, so if you want an active experience, I'm the right person.

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Favela tour Santa Marta with local guide in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (27 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.36

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE, which is just the FAVELA TOUR WITH PURPOSE, is much more than a simple excursion or walk through the alleys and alleys of the Favela. It is the Connection/exchange between tourist and resident, our mission is to take the visitor to an immersion inside the favela, get to know the resident's daily life, understand the challenges and achievements over more than 100 years since the creation of the first Favela, it is have a broad view of the daily life of a favela resident in Rio, as more than 25% of Rio's population lives in Favelas. In addition to understanding our daily life, your visit contributes 100% to the development of educational, linguistic, sports or cultural projects within the Favela, as part of the amount paid by tourists, 50% is applied to these actions, developed by residents, without any support from the public authorities. . We present you much more than a simple excursion or walk through the Favela, but a FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE WITH PURPOSE. COME LIVE THIS TRUE EXPERIENCE.

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Rio Walking & Historical Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 34.50

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

The best way to know the city you're visiting and feel like a local is by taking public transportation and walking through the streets to explore. The walking tour is a small group tour with a "Carioca" guide. You will be able to see and learn about the cultural and historical part of the city and visit Downtown's main attractions.

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Pedra da Gávea Adventure Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , Southeast Brazil

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.92

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

We will climb the largest seaside monolith in the world, 844 meters of exercise, history, nature, beautiful landscapes and extreme sports.

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Local Tips for Rio de Janeiro

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Rio de Janeiro at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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