STREET ART
TOUR INFORMATION
Have you ever stopped to analyze what is drawn and painted on the walls of a big city? Do you know what is the purpose and meaning of the drawings and their motives?
Rio Alternative Tour invites you to discover the city of Rio de Janeiro through this ephemeral street art. A lovely, dynamic tour full of passion and feeling of Brazilian and international artistic expression.
A surprising and unusual experience that will open your mind and make you aware of the importance of keeping your eyes open when walking in Rio.
You will get to know the more alternative and “cool” side of the city of Rio. Explore the vibrant street art scene located in the port area.
You will go through about 50 large murals and graffiti.
It will be revealed to you, through our attentive tour guides, the best kept secrets about the works and their artists.
They will discover spaces that are far from being touristy, but at the same time are the heart of the Brazilian urban art movement.
Choose from either a private or small-group experience.
Rio de Janeiro Downtown
1. How long are the tours?
3 hours. On a private tour, this duration can be changed.
2. What places will be visited?
Olympic Boulevard and Little Africa, in the center of Rio de Janeiro. Places can be changed.
3. Where will our meeting place be?
At the main entrance of MAR – Rio Art Museum, located in Praça Mauá. In a private tour, transfers to and from your accommodation may be included. There are several ways to get to the meeting point: Metro – Cinelândia Station Take the VLT (light rail vehicle), at Cinelândia square (Floriano Peixoto) to Museum station, at Praça Mauá. This trip will take an average of 20 minutes. UBER, directly towards Praça Mauá, 5 – Centro.
4. What time will we start our tour?
10 am.
In a private tour, this time can be changed, and it is up to you to choose the best time to start our tour.
5. What is included?
Licensed Tour Guide.
6. What’s not included?
Drinks, meals and transportation are not included. On a private tour, transportation may be included.
7. What are the transports used?
The tours are carried out on foot and in a modern and safe vehicle (cars, vans and buses) with a driver.
8. What are the payment methods?
Cash, credit card, bank transfers, PIX and PayPal.
ADVANTAGES OF A PRIVATE TOUR
- Optimization of your time and money, visiting and staying in the places of interest, without delays from other tourists, which unfortunately happens in group tours.
- Private and exclusive tour guide.
- Exclusive transport, with total convenience. In a group tour, on the other hand, transport is shared and often crowded, putting your family and/or friends' health at risk (COVID19).
- More detailed explanation, being able to direct the information to the points of your interest and of your companions. Infinite number of questions are allowed, as this is an interpersonal relationship.
- There are no stops at pre-established restaurants and shops and tourist catchers.
- Flexible schedules, allowing you to get to places when they are empty. Unlike a group tour, visiting hours generally coincide with other tours, crowding out attractions.
- Custom-made itineraries to visit only the places you and your fellow travelers want.
- More time to take pictures, wander around and stay where you and your companions are most interested. Without having the hassle of tourists who are late, get lost and hinder the progress of your tour.
- Ride at your own pace and that of your fellow travelers. Stay where you and your fellow travelers are most interested.
PHOTOS OF THE EXPERIENCE
