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Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro

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Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro

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Santos Dumont’s HouseAttraction in Petrópolis, Brazil

Niterói City ParkAttraction in Niteroi, Brazil

Teatro Popular Oscar NiemeyerAttraction in Niteroi, Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

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Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide
Top rated
4.808305 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.808305 out of 5 stars
1758 reviews

Discover the authentic Rio de Janeiro on a non-intrusive and respectful walking tour of a favela. Learn about the lives of the people and how to help break the cycle of violence through education.

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Duration 2 - 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German
Pickup optional
Please choose your meeting point below and YOU MUST LET US KNOW! Option 1 Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel Avenida Atlântica, 1702 Pickup at 13:30 Please wait outside the hotel Option 2 Sol Ipanema Hotel Avenida Viera Souto 320 Pickup at 13:50 Please wait outside the hotel

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

J
Jamahl – United States

Just back from an incredible favela tour in Rocinha with the awesome guide, Daniel! He gave us the real, uncut story of the community, and it was truly eye-opening and informative. From the stunning views to an amazing dancing martial arts performance, and even getting to play soccer with the locals – it was a dream come true! Honestly, this tour was my best day in Rio so far. Highly recommend this experience!

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Lewis – United Kingdom

Amazing experience!The tour guide, Edson was very knowledgeable and has given us a good overview of life in the favela Rocinha as well as showing us some key areas, felt safe and in good hands . Ana and Lewis

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Participants

Itinerary

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    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Van

    (30 minutes)

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    Traditional village

    Guided tour (2 hours)

  • 4 drop-off locations:

    Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Sol Ipanema Hotel, Belmond Copacabana Palace, Av. Niemeyer, 780

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take a safe and respectful walk through a favela in Rio de Janeiro
  • Learn more about the area from a local guide
  • Get a different perspective on Rio de Janeiro

Full description

Explore a favela of Rio de Janeiro on this guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in the daily lives of locals on this tour that is focused on education. Get a different perspective on life in Rio de Janeiro, and benefit from insider tips from a local guide.
Start your favela tour with a pickup from one of the meeting points in Copacabana or Ipanema beach. Journey to the Rocinha Favela for the start of a walking tour at approximately in the afternoon.
Follow your local guide through the favela and learn more about what it is like to live there. Rio's favelas are a big part of city life and the non-intrusive tour aims to educate you in a way that pays respect to the locals.
Give back to the locals as part of the cost of your tour is contributed to the community to help them build a better future.

Please remember your meeting point and pickup time:

Meeting points:

Option 1 at (9:30 & 13:30)
Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel
Avenida Atlântica, 1702
Please wait outside the hotel

Option 2 at (10AM & 13:50)
Sol Ipanema Hotel
Av. Viera Souto 320
Please wait outside the hotel

Option 3.
Later Afternoon Favela Tour at 16:30
The Only Meeting Point: Igreja Universal São Conrado
Address: Av. Niemeyer, 780

Includes

  • Local guide
  • Walking tour
  • Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
  • Pickup from specified meeting points (from Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel at 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM, or from Sol Ipanema Hotel at 9:50 AM and 1:50 PM)
  • Gratuities (recommended)
  • Food
  • Pickup from meeting point at Copacabana or Ipanema

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  •  Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  •  Children must be accompanied by an adult
  •  Adult pricing applies to all travelers
  • Please note that the tour may be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  •  A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Please note if you are booking a tour in French or German please book in advance as the demand for these tour guides is high
  • Please be aware that you will spend 2 hours inside the favela as part of your walking tour. The 3-hour tour duration already includes all the pickups and drop-offs
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From $35.00 $29.75 per person

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 1758 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Jamahl – United StatesMay 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Just back from an incredible favela tour in Rocinha with the awesome guide, Daniel! He gave us the real, uncut story of the community, and it was truly eye-opening and informative. From the stunning views to an amazing dancing martial arts performance, and even getting to play soccer with the locals – it was a dream come true! Honestly, this tour was my best day in Rio so far. Highly recommend this experience!
L
Lewis – United KingdomMay 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing experience!The tour guide, Edson was very knowledgeable and has given us a good overview of life in the favela Rocinha as well as showing us some key areas, felt safe and in good hands . Ana and Lewis
A
Arandeep – United KingdomMay 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Fantastic experience, this activity is a must when coming to Rio. We had the best tour guide Edson, fantastic knowledge and he actually lived in the Favela.

Product ID: 67596

Activity provider:Favela Walking Tour
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