Culture of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, known worldwide for its paradisiacal beaches and breathtaking landscapes, is much more than a tourist destination. In addition to its natural beauty, the city carries a vibrant and diverse culture that enchants and fascinates visitors from all over the world. In this article, we invite you to embark on a journey through […]
Cultural Tour in Rio de Janeiro
Explore the Unmissable Museums, Theaters, and Cultural Centers Rio de Janeiro is a city known for its stunning natural beauty, marvelous beaches, and vibrant atmosphere. However, in addition to its magnificent landscapes, Rio is also a culturally rich and diverse destination. In this text, we will explore some of the top unmissable museums, theaters, […]
Historic places in Rio de Janeiro
Rio is one of the richest places of Brazil when we talk about history and culture. The city that was the capital of Brazil for the longest time. The city that received the Portuguese Royal Family in 1808 and later became the only of Americas to the capital of a European Kingdom. Because of this […]
Why did Brazil change their capital from Rio to Brasilia
Why did Brazil change their capital from Rio to Brasilia? Rio de Janeiro was Brazilian second capital. The city lost its position in 1960 to the city of Brasilia. Read the text and find out the details of this transition and why it happened. It all starts on Brazilian independence eve, when José Bonifacio (a […]
When was Rio de Janeiro founded?
When was Rio de Janeiro founded? 1s March of 1565, by Estácio de Sá. And the city was not founded by chance. What happened then? Why Rio was founded? Read more and find out everything 🙂 We need to start talking about Brazil’s colonization by the Portuguese. When they arrived here, they did not find […]
Why was Rio de Janeiro chosen to be the capital of Brazil?
One of the most asked questions on our free walking tours is: why was Rio de Janeiro chosen to be the capital of Brazil? The second capital of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, was established in the year of 1763. But which was the first Brazilian capital? Salvador, in Bahia. It was the capital of Brazil […]
Why Rio de Janeiro was given its name?
Why Rio de Janeiro was given its name? The biggest geographical mistake of Brazilian history. Discover all the history behind the name of Rio de Janeiro São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro. This is the official name of the second largest city in Brazil! A lot o people ask why Rio de Janeiro has its […]
What is Rio de Janeiro known for producing? Rio’s de Janeiro economy
Rio de Janeiro is located in Southeast of Brazil, being the smallest of the four states of the region. Despite being a small territory, it presents the third biggest population of Brazil and the second biggest GDP (9,7% of Brazilian National GDP!). However, what is Rio de Janeiro known for producing? Read the article until […]
Leblon – History and Curiosities!
Leblon Immortalized as the setting for several soup operas, Leblon is known for the natural beauty of its beach, quiet streets and gastronomy. The address is the favorite of many celebrities. Today, Leblon is the most exclusive area in Rio de Janeiro and the most expensive square meter in Brazil! Leblon got its […]
Everything about Paraty!
Paraty is an unforgettable place. We have several tour options: for those who love nature, adventure, history and to go to the beach. In this post, we take the doubts for those who want to visit this little corner of Rio de Janeiro that it impresses and captivates tourists from all over the world! How […]
METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL OF RIO DE JANEIRO
THE METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL OF RIO DE JANEIRO The Metropolitan Cathedral of São Sebastião of Rio de Janeiro stands out amongst the buildings Downtown. Its unique architecture attracts the attention of everyone who passes by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are very unusual and make it one of the most curious […]
National Library in Rio de Janeiro – Read all about it
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF BRAZIL: ONE OF THE BIGGEST IN THE WORLD! Considered by UNESCO one of the biggest libraries in the world, the National Library of Brazil is also the biggest library in Latin America. It’s located in the city center of Rio de Janeiro. All this grandeur of history and architecture is very close […]
March: Women’s Month – Understand Why
MARCH: WOMEN’S MONTH We know that March 8th is considered International Women’s Day. Beyond that date, the month of March is considered a month of struggle for women’s rights. Let’s understand better! Read. COMMEMORATIVE DATE In the beginning, this process of women’s historic struggle was closely linked to the issue of wage inequality. But as time […]
City Tour Rio de Janeiro – Read and Get Discounts!
THE BEST OF RIO DE JANEIRO IN JUST 1 DAY! If you don’t have a lot of time in the wonderful city, but want to visit as much as possible, you don’t need to worry. Discover the Rio de Janeiro City Tour. On this tour, you will visit most of the sights in just one […]
Ilha Grande in Rio de Janeiro – Discover the Paradise
The state of Rio de Janeiro besides the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema offers other beautiful beaches. Ilha Grande is one of the beauties of the south coast of the state, in a region known as Costa Verde. Be sure to read our text that explains better about this magical place! Check out. ILHA GRANDE […]
Favelas in Rio de Janeiro – Discover How They Started
The city of Rio de Janeiro is known worldwide for a large number of favelas. But what is the origin of the favelas? How did this type of habitation happen? We have a text that addresses the historical concept of this theme. Read our post on Favelas in Rio de Janeiro. FAVELAS IN RIO DE […]
The nightlife of Paraty
Paraty is a place that has many options of morning and afternoon tours. We have boat trips, jeep rides, beautiful beaches, and a walkto discover the historical center. But what about the nightlife in Paraty? In this post, we will give you some tips! If you want more tips about the city, read our post […]
Sightseeing of Paraty
Why Paraty has to be your next trip? Here we will talk about the sights of the city that make Paraty unique! Historical Center The historical center of Paraty has been listed as National Heritage Site by the Brazilian Heritage Agency since 1974. And it is one of the well preserved areas in Rio de […]
Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro – All the Details
Could you tell us which is the most famous spot in the city of Rio de Janeiro? Yes, it is Christ the Redeemer, at the top of Corcovado Hill. This is the most famous Brazilian monument in the world! Be sure to know all the history and details about Christ the Redeemer in Rio de […]
Tourist Attractions in Rio de Janeiro – Where to go?
One of the most touristic cities in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro has many interesting places for you to visit. Want to know what points you should know? Read our text and discover the sights in Rio de Janeiro TOURIST ATTRACTIONS RIO DE JANEIRO Only in the city of Rio de Janeiro are some of the […]
National Museum in Rio de Janeiro – 200 years of History
An institution with more than 200 years of existence in the city of Rio de Janeiro, this is the National Museum. Another one of the projects of the royal family of Portugal, built after their arrival in Brazil for the promotion of culture in the country. Discover all the details of the National Museum in […]
Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro – Culture and Art
The city of Rio de Janeiro hosts magnificent buildings and one of them is the Municipal Theater. Stage of major events, being one of the largest venues in the country. Want to know more historical details of this space? Read our text about the Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro. MUNICIPAL THEATER OF RIO DE […]
Museums in Rio de Janeiro – A lot of options for you
In addition to all the natural beauty, the city of Rio de Janeiro is a good option for those who like history and cultural programs. The city has a wide variety of museums and cultural centers and there are always cool events happening here. See more about the Museums in Rio de Janeiro! MUSEUMS IN […]
National Museum of Fine Arts – National Heritage
If you like art history, we have the perfect place to visit! We are talking about the National Museum of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro. Read our text and see more details about this important space that houses so many works. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS The National Museum of Fine Arts is located […]
History of Paraty
Basically we associate the history of Brazil and Paraty and understand the details that we see in this city. Learn more about it in this post. If you want to plan your trip, read our post about the Paraty Tours. The economic cycles of Paraty Before the portuguese arrival and the foundation of the city […]
Mural das Etnias – The biggest Graffiti of the World in Rio de Janeiro
This work was made in the Port Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro in 2016. Mural das Etnias is one of the main points photographed in the city and you cannot miss this attraction! Check more details in our post. WHO IS EDUARDO KOBRA? That was the creator of Mural das Etnias, the […]
Arco do Telles – From Colonial Rio to the current days
You have probably heard about the Telles Arch. This is an architectural landmark in the city of Rio de Janeiro and is located at Praça XV, one of the most important squares in the city as well. Read a little more about this important historical point in this post! WHERE IS ARCO DO TELLES? Located […]
Churches of Paraty
The churches are hidden gems. During your walk through the historical center, you can visit them. To know more about the Paraty Tours, read this post here and plan you visit! We have 4 churches in the historical center of Paraty. We already talked about the Santa Rita’s Church, that besides a Museum, it’s one […]
PAÇO IMPERIAL – BEFORE, ROYAL FAMILY RESIDENCE AND TODAY A CULTURAL CENTER
One of the main heritage of the city of Rio de Janeiro is located in the city center. This place is called Paço Imperial (Imperial Palace), the current cultural center was once the house of governors of the captaincy of Rio de Janeiro and with the arrival of the Portuguese crown, became the residence of […]
REAL GABINETE PORTUGUÊS DE LEITURA – ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LIBRARIES IN THE WORLD
In the city of Rio de Janeiro there’s one place with a lot of beauty and tradition. Beyond all the architectural grandeur, this place has an extreme importance to the history. We are talking about Real Gabinete Português de Leitura (Royal Portuguese Reading Office), which preserves much of the history between Brazil and Portugal. Check […]
SAMBÓDROMO – STAGE OF THE BIGGEST SHOW OF RIO DE JANEIRO
What is the most famous attraction of Rio de Janeiro? Of course it’s carnival! And because of that we’ll explain a little bit more about the sambódromo of Rio de Janeiro. Read more details and interesting information. SAMBÓDROMO HISTORY This is one of the many buildings of the most important Brazilian architect: Oscar Niemeyer. The idea […]
The Royal Road of Paraty
We have a lot of things to do in Paraty. This city is full of history and we can see that during a walk in the historical center, visiting the Fort of Paraty and… a hike in the old colonial road! In this post, we tell everything that you need to know about the Old […]
PARQUE LAGE – A PALACE AND MANY SECRETS AT THE FOOT OF CHRIST THE REDEEMER
Rio de Janeiro is a city full of natural beauty and many imposing buildings. One is a small palace well known in Jardim Botânico, called Parque Lage. You were curious to know more about this amazing place, right? Keep reading this post and we’ll tell how to visit this tourist spot which offers activities options […]
Historical Center of Paraty
It’s impossible not to fall in love with the historical center of Paraty. The colorful houses and cobblestone streets it looks like a travel through the colonial times in Brazil. In this post, we will tell everything about this charming part of the city, which is now a World Heritage Site! If you have any […]
XV SQUARE – HISTORIC PLACE IN DOWNTOWN OF RIO
XV Square or Fifteenth of november Square is one of the most famous squares in the city center and there are still some very important buildings in the History of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, besides having been the stage of historical events. A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY This place was really important for the […]
Pedra do Sal – The Place Where the Samba was Born
Let’s start with a question for you: Do you know where the samba was born? One of the most famous rhythms of Brazil, was born in Rio de Janeiro most exactly in Pedra do Sal (Salt Stone). This post will give you more details of the area, a little bit about the historical question and […]
City of Paraty: curiosities and tips!
The county of Paraty is one of most important places to visit at the Green Coast. Like the name says “Green Coast” (or Costa Verde in portuguese) shows the preserved Atlantic forest area between two different states: Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. If you want to go to Paraty, we have two ways: from […]
COPACABANA BEACH
COPACABANA BEACH Do you happen to know the most famous beach in the world? Not? One tip: it is on this beach that it happens the biggest New Year’s Eve of the world! Now you already know that we are talking about Copacabana, right? Yes! This post will tell you the secrets and details like […]
Nightclubs in Rio de Janeiro
In this post we will present the best nightclubs in Rio de Janeiro, so you can choose which party has your style and then enjoy your nights in the Wonderful city! To let the post even more special we will split the nightclubs by districts and styles, from there you only choose and go! Haha. NIGHTCLUBS […]
Colombo Bakery
Colombo Bakery Our post is about one of the most special stops of our Downtown and Lapa Free Tour, a historic and charming place. Colombo Bakery was built by 2 Portuguese immigrants in 1894, one of them was Manuel Lebrão, born in the Northeast of Portugal in Alto do Minho. He arrived in Rio when […]
Nightlife in Rio de Janeiro
Nightlife in Rio generally is very casual. Many cariocas go out in Havaianas and shorts. So mostly, there is no need to dress up too much. The most well known party neighborhood is Lapa, which gets crowded on weekends. Night in Rio can be very diverse, so you only need to think of which kind […]
Carnival Rio de Janeiro 2019
People are already asking us on ours Free Walking Tour Rio de Janeiro about Carnival. Rio’s Carnival is the biggest carnival of the planet, and also one of the craziest parties you will ever experience! The official carnival lasts for less than one week, but the preparations start already months before the real event! Street […]
Rio de Janeiro History
One of the most diverse cities of the world, Rio de Janeiro has a rich history. Did you know it was the capital of Brazil for almost 200 years? Or that the Portuguese Royal family moved to Rio 1808 making it the first European capital outside of Europe? Read here about Rio de Janeiro History, […]
Lapa Arches Rio de Janeiro
Maybe you’ve heard of Lapa? If not, you should! Lapa is the most bohemian area of Rio de Janeiro. It is there that you find the nightlife, restaurants and good options to stay when visiting Rio de Janeiro. It is very easy to know that you have arrived in Lapa. There is a famous monument […]
Docks Area Rio de Janeiro
Imagine a small area where is located and old slave ship port, the birthplace of samba, a futuristic museum, worlds biggest graffiti and a picturesque shore promenade! Welcome to Docks Area of Rio de Janeiro! This part of Rio de Janeiro still today is unknown, especially between tourists, that’s why we want to show you […]
PARATY CITY TOUR: GET TO KNOW THE HISTORY AND CURIOSITIES OF THE CITY!
Paraty city tour is a commercial name for the tour in the historical center. This is my favorite tour in this lovely city! Of course there are many other great attractions, but to walk among the historical houses, to wander through narrow streets paved with little stones, to see the churches, the poets promoting their […]
Downtown Rio de Janeiro – Best Tips of City Center
One of the main places we visit when we travel somewhere is exactly the CENTER of the city. This is where the markets, points of interest, financial life and many other spaces are. In the city of Rio de Janeiro is no different! Most tourists ask us: what to do in downtown Rio de Janeiro? […]
Santa Teresa in Rio de Janeiro – Local Tips Of The Neighborhood
Wondering what to do in Rio de Janeiro? One of Rio’s top attractions is one that not many people talk about, but is in my opinion, one of the most charming neighborhoods I’ve ever been to: Santa Teresa! Right next to the busy city center is a mountain that is home to the quiet and […]
