Half-Day Architecture Walking Tour in Rio | 4 hours

11 Reviews | Rio de Janeiro
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Half-Day Architecture Walking Tour in Rio
2 Adults x $100.00
$200.00
Approx Total
$200.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Tour Guide
  • Roundtrip transfer
  • Entrance ticket to the Convent of St. Anthony (approx. 10 BRL per person).
  • Entrance ticket to the Museu de Arte Moderna (approx. 20 BRL per person).
  • Lunch

Overview

Enjoy a half-day tour through the architectural landmarks in Rio. Rio de Janeiro was recently named the first World Capital of Architecture by UNESCO. The city has constructions of the colonial period, buildings in the art-deco style and modernist buildings. Our walking tour starts from the Carioca’s Square in the Downtown area, where we see a group of constructions of the XVII century: the Church and the Convent of St. Anthony. Then we proceed towards the Rio Branco Avenue, the first avenue to be opened in our city. Then, we go to the Cinelandia Square to see its Art Deco Constructions before we make another time jump towards the modernist architecture. The tour ends at the Museum of Modern Art.

Meeting points

Meeting Point at the Metro Station Carioca at the Exit *Acesso C - Convento de Santo Antônio*.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Largo da Carioca

    It is considered the heart of Downtown Rio. The occupation of the city started on this place. From here, you may see the Church and the Convent of Saint Anthony.

    1 hour

  • Convent of St. Anthony (Convento do Santo Antonio)

    Built in 1608 by the Order of Saint Frances, the Convent of Saint Anthony is one of the first and most important catholic constructions in Rio. If we are lucky, we may be able to attend a mass. Ticket: 10 BRL per person.

    30 minutes

  • Cinelandia

    Admire the Art Deco buildings.

    30 minutes

  • Palacio Capanema

    We can see Le Corbusier’s "Five Points of a New Architecture" incorporated into the design of the building. It was designed between 1935 and 1936, by a team of young architects, such as Lucio Costa and Affonso Eduardo Reidy. Oscar Niemeyer, who became Brazil's best-known architect later, was an intern in Costa's office by then.

    30 minutes

  • Academia Brasileira De Letras (Pass By)

    Located inside the Edifício Austregésilo de Athayde, the building is a symbol for modernist architecture in Rio.

  • Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro

    The Museum of Modern Art inaugurates the brutalism aesthetic in the city. Ticket: 20 BRL per person.

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.must be informed in advance.
  • If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers per tour guide.
  • Contact us back if you need further instructions to get to the Meeting Point.
  • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Non refundable in case of bad weather.
  • Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Rio's Past amidst it's present day spaces.

Published on Jun, 2024

Had the joy of super-knowledgeable and fluently tri-lingual Alberto [Cardoza?] as my historian tour guide. Listened to my questions as thoroughly as he had provided curiosities and brings to life the Rio of four centuries ago (seeing it conjured beyond the Modernist high-rises) and immerses one in Brazil's Colonial past. My favorite part is after he entreated me to lie on the floor of the central aisle of the 1721 Igreja S.Francisco de Penitência's nave to experience the Only way to truly appreciate the trompe l'oeil vaulted ceiling painting!!! Amazingly GORGEOUS Baroque & Roccoco. I learned so much about the tumultuous 19th century intrigues during Napoleonic times (Neo Classical architecture) among Portuguese royalty and the banking and customs and the nouveau riche of Brazil. I even learned where Brazil gets its name. No spoilers. Don't expect much on the Art Deco period however... there seems to be little of it. The Belle Epoque Beaux Arts dominates.

Fantastic way to learn about Rio’s history, tour the downtown, and see buildings with a range of architectural styles

Published on Feb, 2023

The tour was a great way to see a few of the most striking architecture and significant buildings in Rio and to learn about the city’s history. Monica, our guide, was knowledgeable, personable and helpful. She customized the tour based on our interests to include an exhibit of handicrafts from different regions of Brazil and even helped find a great restaurant nearby to have lunch at after the tour. Highly recommend!

Very informative and highly recommended

Published on Dec, 2022

Monica was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of background information to the sites visited. Thoroughly enjoyed the day.

A great introduction to Rio and Brazil!

Published on Apr, 2022

An amazing way to learn about the city, its culture, history and art. A must for anyone interested in architecture. It was a beautiful experience to learn about different times of the city, its architectural developments as well as possibility to see the city in action. To see people engaging in their hobbies was a great way to learn about Rio.

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