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Little Africa Free Tour
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Free tour
If you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 48 hours before the beginning of the activiity.
Take the Little Africa Free Tour and discover the rich African heritage that left its mark, including places like Praça Mauá and Pedra do Sal.
09:30 am to 12:00 pm
Duration:
2 hours and a half.
Meeting Point:
Praça Quinze de Novembro, Centro, Rio de Janeiro.
Included:
walking tour and guide (English and Portuguese).
What to bring:
comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes and water.
Not included:
tips (optional).
Cancellation and rescheduling policy:
48 hours.
If you cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
Little Africa is an area in Rio de Janeiro's Port Region that has historically been an important community center. This area, which includes the neighborhoods of Saúde, Gamboa, Santo Cristo, and part of downtown, was a space of resistance and cultural development for the Afro-Brazilian population.
You will first visit Praça Mauá, a symbol of modernity and tradition, where past and present blend harmoniously. Then, you will go to Largo da Prainha, where you will appreciate its vibrant, cultural atmosphere, reflecting African influences in every corner.
The tour continues to the iconic Pedra do Sal, a historical and religious monument located in the Saúde neighborhood, one of the birthplaces of samba, where music and dance celebrate the soul of Rio.
Finally, you will visit Cais do Valongo, an old dock located in the port area of Rio de Janeiro. It is an archaeological site that attests to the arrival of thousands of Africans to Brazil and is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Free Tour?
A free tour is a guided walking tour for which no fixed price is set in advance. At the end of the tour, the guide expects a tip as a thank you for their time and expertise, but the amount is up to you, depending on what you consider fair. It's a flexible and accessible way to get to know the city with the guidance of an expert.
How to book Little Africa Free Tour ?
To book Little Africa Free Tour , you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.How far in advance should I book Little Africa Free Tour ?
We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
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Patricia🇫🇰
16 August, 2025
Very flexible booking as I accidently chose the morning tour when I wanted the afternoon. They accommodated me without any issues. I was also the only one on the tour, so it's nice to see that they will still take a single person out, when many agencies won't do that.
Andrea🇨🇱
15 August, 2025
Me gustó volvería por otro
Luis🇪🇸
15 August, 2025
Muy bueno y por sobretodo se agradece la flexibilidad (tuvimos que cambiar de fecha a último momento por problemas con la línea aérea)
Nadine🇨🇱
14 August, 2025
Muy facil reservar y una excelente atencion de todo el equipo. Muy recomendable
Jose🇲🇽
12 August, 2025
Muchas gracias - nos la pasamos genial en Chile! Saludos!
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