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Little Africa: Historical & Heritage Tour of Rio de Janeiro
(11) Reviews
Rio de Janeiro
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the center and seaport areas, filled with history of the city and the population of Brazil. In the 'Little Africa' region, you will hear the history of slavery from the point of view of those who suffered from the Atlantic trade and their descendants, on racial issues from Rio de Janeiro, and Brazil as well as the impact and legacy of Afro culture on national identity.
Corridor built for the Olympics where the old port area used to be in colonial times
15 minutes
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Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Rita
Former African slaves‘ burial place
10 minutes
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Maua Square
Square next to the Port, where the Museum of Tomorrow and the Rio Art Museum are located
10 minutes
5
Largo de São Francisco da Prainha
Area of a former beach that was buried, now a stronghold of local bars
15 minutes
6
Cais do Valongo
The docks where the African slaves used to arrive in the 1800s
20 minutes
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Pedra do Sal
Historic site where the Carnaval and some African religions started to spread
5 minutes
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Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN
The place where the slaves that died before arriving in Brazil were buried, now a Museum. Optional Paid Visit!
30 minutes
Little Africa: Historical & Heritage Tour of Rio de Janeiro
(11) Reviews
Rio de Janeiro
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Explore the center and seaport areas, filled with history of the city and the population of Brazil. In the 'Little Africa' region, you will hear the history of slavery from the point of view of those who suffered from the Atlantic trade and their descendants, on racial issues from Rio de Janeiro, and Brazil as well as the impact and legacy of Afro culture on national identity.
