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Historical Rio Day Tour
Rio de Janeiro remains one of Brazil’s most historically and culturally important cities. This guided walking tour through Old Rio offers a glimpse into this heritage, starting at Cinelândia and continuing through narrow streets lined with baroque buildings. Stops include the Metropolitan Cathedral, Carioca Square, Largo São Francisco, and the Gabinete Português de Leitura. The tour also includes the Confeitaria Colombo, a historic café from 1894, known for its Art Nouveau design, Belgian mirrors, and marble finishes. At Praça XV, you'll learn about Rio’s early colonial past. Once home to a Carmelite convent, it later became Largo do Paço, the square surrounding the Paço Imperial—where major events in Brazil’s royal and political history took place. From there, pass through the Arco do Teles into Travessa do Comércio, a charming old alleyway. The route includes the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil and the Paço Imperial, now an arts venue. You'll also visit São Bento Monastery, a Baroque masterpiece that still holds traditional Sunday services. Finally, ride the train through Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer for sweeping views of the city, with photo stops at Maracanã Stadium and the Sambódromo along the way.