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Guided tour at Favela da Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro

5.07 reviewsCity tours

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

In this true local experience, you will discover another side of Rio de Janeiro and explore the lesser-known parts of the city in one of the largest favelas in Brazil. Favela da Rocinha, located in Rio's South Zone, is one of the biggest favelas in Brazil, with an estimated population of over 100,000 residents. Situated between upscale neighborhoods like São Conrado and Gávea, Rocinha stands out for its vibrant culture, stunning views, and bustling commercial activity. Despite socioeconomic challenges, the community is a symbol of resilience and creativity, offering visitors authentic experiences that showcase its street art, local gastronomy, and daily life. Rocinha is also home to social and cultural projects that drive local development and promote social inclusion. This tour includes: Round-trip transportation from your accommodation, rooftop access at the top of the favela, a motorcycle ride, the local tourism fee, and a trilingual tour guide.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

  1. Favela da Rocinha, located in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone, is one of the largest favelas in Brazil, with an estimated population of over 100,000 residents. Situated between upscale neighborhoods like São Conrado and Gávea, Rocinha stands out for its vibrant culture, stunning views, and bustling commercial activity. Despite socioeconomic challenges, the community is a symbol of resilience and creativity, offering visitors authentic experiences that showcase its street art, local gastronomy, and daily life. Rocinha is also home to social and cultural projects that drive local development and promote social inclusion. This tour includes: Round-trip transportation from your accommodation, rooftop access at the top of the favela, a motorcycle ride, the local tourism fee, and a trilingual tour guide.

    3 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 8 travellers
Operated by
Rio Namoral
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Rio de Janeiro

  • Its from-price is 53% below the median of the 279 city tours we list in Rio de Janeiro.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 149 of 279.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro sweeps between mountains and ocean, a city of famous beaches, granite peaks, samba rhythms and a carnival known around the world.

Christ the Redeemer stands with open arms atop Corcovado, looking down on the city, and cable cars climb Sugarloaf Mountain for views across Guanabara Bay. Below, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are the stage for daily life, with volleyball, kiosks and the wave-patterned promenade, while Leblon and Arpoador extend the strip.

Top-ranked sights in Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor), Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Açúcar), Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón).

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