From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of Rio
A long walk through Rio's history, from its past to present-day street life, with hidden corners on the way.
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 out of 5 from 119 reviews
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Guided in
- English
- Price
- From £57 per person
- Group size
- Up to 10 people
- Fitness level
- Easy
- Run by
- Boston Bruno Tours
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
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Where the tour goes
- Cinelandia20 min
- Passeio Publico30 min
- Escadaria Selaron20 min
- Arcos da Lapa
- The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian20 min
- Largo da Carioca
- Mosteiro De Sao Bento15 min
- Maua Square
- Pedra do Sal5 min
- Cais do Valongo5 min
- Painel Etnias5 min
Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.
What to know before you book
Included
- We use the VLT train system to access some of the locations on the list
- Licensed Tour Guide
Access
- Public transport nearby
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Price: from £57. 5 of the other 11 priced tours we list here cost more, and their middle price is £53.
- Reviews: 10 of the other 11 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
- Group size: up to 10 people. 9 of the other 11 tours with a stated limit allow a larger group.
Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 2.2 km in about 29 minutes of walking, not counting stops.
From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 28 October 2026; prices and review counts change.
Walking in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro wraps around mountains and bays, with famous beaches, a historic centre and port, hillside neighbourhoods and the Tijuca rainforest all within the city.
Safety. Take only what you need, keep your phone out of sight on the beach, and use guides for favelas and trails.
Heat. Summers are hot and humid; walk early or late.
Read the full Rio de Janeiro walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.
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