• Cinelandia - Begin your journey here. This renowned square was once a vibrant center of art and culture, thanks to the numerous theaters and cinemas that were located there.
• Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro - Explore this magnificent building from the Portuguese Empire era.
• National Library (Biblioteca Nacional) - With a history spanning over 200 years, the National Library is Brazil’s oldest institution, established before Brazil became an independent nation.
• Museu Nacional De Belas Artes - One of the country’s largest museums, it houses the most extensive collection of 19th-century Brazilian art.
• Convento de Santo Antônio - Visit the Church of São Francisco da Penitência.
• Real Gabinete Portugues Da Leitura - Recognized as one of the most stunning libraries globally, ideal for capturing beautiful photographs.
• Confeitaria Colombo - A staple in global “must-visit cafes” lists.
• Praça XV de Novembro - The main entry port for Colonial and Imperial Brazil, featuring the Imperial Palace and the Mestre Valentim Fountain.
• Arco do Teles - A popular spot for vibrant bars with plenty of samba.
• Tucum - A cultural center showcasing exhibitions and handicrafts by various indigenous peoples of Brazil.
• Bistrô Ouvidor - Savor a delightful lunch at a restaurant with 15 years of tradition, located on the most famous, elegant, and charming street from when Rio de Janeiro was the Empire’s capital.

• Professional tour guide with live commentary in Portuguese, English, and Spanish
• Entrance to the Sacred Museum of the Convent of Saint Anthony
• Guided half-day walking tour
• Lunch with appetizer, main course, and dessert

• Snacks and Drinks (available for purchase at Confeitaria Colombo)
• Gratuities (optional)

The tour provides a guided exploration of the key historical and cultural sites in downtown Rio de Janeiro, blending history with gastronomy. It starts in Cinelândia, renowned for its cinemas and iconic buildings like the Municipal Theater and the National Library.

The journey then proceeds to the Church of São Francisco da Penitência, celebrated for its magnificent Brazilian Baroque architecture. Participants will also visit the Real Gabinete Português de Leitura, considered one of the most stunning libraries globally.

A culinary break is scheduled at the traditional Confeitaria Colombo, where guests can savor authentic Brazilian treats.

The tour moves on to Praça XV, featuring historical landmarks such as the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo and the Chafariz do Mestre Valentim fountain. The walk continues through Arco do Teles, a lively area filled with bars and samba, and Casa Tucum, a cultural center showcasing indigenous art.

To conclude, participants can enjoy a traditional Brazilian lunch.

• The lunch includes admission, main course, and dessert per person. Drinks are paid separately.
• Entrance: Chevre salad (mixed greens, nuts, balsamic vinegar, and goat cheese with herbs), Italian eggplant – served with house bread, Café Paris salad (iceberg lettuce, roasted tomatoes, pastrami, ricotta, and sauce), Campagne pâté (French pork and chicken terrine) served with mini green salad and house bread, and ricotta paste with green olives – served with house bread.
• Main course: Fish and shrimp moqueca with white rice and dendê farofa; picadinho carioca with rice, beans, farofa, and poached egg; cassava escondidinho with dried meat; pork ribs with tropeiro beans; red feijoada (made with our meats smoked in-house over apple wood – pork loin, ribs, dried beef, paio sausage and calabresa sausage, with rice, farofa and kale (always on FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS)
• Dessert: Chocolate-filled profiteroles, condensed milk pudding; chocolate ice cream cake with Negresco crumbs and pineapple with lemon zest.
• Customers will have access to the restaurant with the possibility of shared tables (to be determined, subject to availability).

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.