About This Tour
Knowing the historic center of Rio de Janeiro is essential to decolonize narratives. Exploring its historic streets is delving into untold history, revealing Afro-indigenous roots and black resistance beyond widespread colonial history. This experience challenges Eurocentric views and rescues the memory of the marginalized, strengthening plural identities. Discover the origins of Rio and support responsible tourism by discovering important places, facts and characters in the history of Brazil through the Colonial, Imperial and Republican periods. Guided tour with guides licensed by the Ministry of Tourism. Heritage and decolonial historical narrative where Afro-Brazilian and indigenous culture are highlighted. Purchase your tour now and discover the true essence of the city.
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Look for our Tourist Guide at the entrance. Our Tourist Guide will be dressed in Royal Blue uniform, carrying credentials from the Ministry of Tourism.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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Agência Etnias Turismo e Cultura
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