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Carioca by adoption, Francisco Silveira Pinto is a Rio de Janeiro local who shares the city’s history, gastronomy, nature and architecture like a friend showing favourite places. Based in Rio de Janeiro and also covering Búzios, Petrópolis, Ilha Grande, Paraty, Cabo Frio, Angra dos Reis and Niterói, he guides classic highlights, hidden gems and even airport transfers. Expect a tailored day with clear explanations, gentle care and an eye for tucked away details. Guests praise his punctuality and the way he brings Rio’s stories to life in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish, turning the city
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Take a short trip through the stunning forested peaks of Serra dos Órgãos National Park to reach the charming imperial city of Petrópolis, north of Rio de Janei...
Uncover the closely guarded secrets of this Brazilian city on an 8-hour nature tour through the almost deserted beaches of Rio's west zone. Often over...
Walk through downtown Rio de Janeiro and discover the city's remarkable architectural heritage, from the French-influenced buildings of Cinelândia Dis...
Explore Rio de Janeiro and discover some of its most impressive monuments, architecture, and natural scenery in a single day. Visit landmarks such as...