Brazil · Heritage Walks

Little Africa Guided Tour with Transfer

4 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Rio de Janeiro’s historic Little Africa with a guide
02 Visit Cais do Valongo, a UNESCO-listed heritage site
03 Learn about African heritage and Brazilian history at key locations
04 See Jardim Suspenso do Valongo and Pedra do Sal
05 Visit Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN
06 Hotel pickup and drop-off included
07 A meaningful cultural experience led by a multilingual guide

Discover Rio de Janeiro’s Little Africa on a guided cultural tour that explores an important chapter of Brazilian history. Visit meaningful sites connected to the African heritage in Brazil, including Cais do Valongo, and walk through an area that once held markets, houses, stores, and graveyards tied to this history.

Along the way, your guide shares historical context and stories that bring each location to life. This is a thoughtful and often emotional experience, with hotel pickup and drop-off included for added convenience.

Along the way, your guide shares historical context and stories that bring each location to life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rio de Janeiro

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cais do Valongo

The Cais do Valongo is the former harbor. Stones used to build this harbor were carried by the same enslaved population that arrived here. The place got different names throughout history to accommodate the historical intentions of the powerful.

Jardim Suspenso do Valongo

Admire the landscape of the place. Pay attention to certain details mentioned by the tour guide.

Pedra do Sal

Find out the truth behind its name. Learn about the hard-working conditions of the people in this area.

Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN

Learn about how the Instituto dos Pretos Novos was build. Understand the importance of preserving the memory and history of the Africans in Brazil.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Lunch

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
We offer this tour twice a day: In the morning or in the afternooon.
The tour itinerary may change its order, but the highlights remain.
Non refundable in case of bad weather.
ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.
Minimum of people to confirm the tour. Otherwise, the tour may be rescheduled.
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are recommended for this tour.
Pickup in Barra da Tijuca/ Recreio dos Bandeirantes for an additional price.
Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [/ ] at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro. Contact us to adjust the pickup time. Additional price for pickup in Barra or Recreio.