Rio's Old Capital: Historic Centro
Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
49
minutes
New tour
9
stops
Walk Rio's old centre back through time, from the Paris-style square the young Republic built to the waterfront where a Portuguese prince fleeing Napoleon came ashore in 1808. On the way: a tunnel of chains in the hill the city was founded on, a saint on the army payroll, the rebel and the emperor in one square, the poets' café, the king's chapel and the palace where slavery ended on a Sunday afternoon.
What you'll hear
What this tour offers
- Self-guided walking tour
- 9 stops, with directions between each
- 49 minutes of narration
- Keeps playing with your phone locked
- Yours to keep, replay anytime
- Earns your Rio de Janeiro passport stamp
Where you'll be
Praça XV de Novembro, Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-010, Brazil
Things to know
Where it starts
In Cinelândia, facing the Theatro Municipal. The metro stops right there.
When to go
A weekday, from late morning. The churches and the library are open then, and Centro is busy.
Phone and bag
Keep your phone and bag close in the big squares, and put the phone away while you listen.
No booking needed
Start whenever you like. No group, no schedule.
Listening
Best with headphones. Download it in the app to listen offline.
Questions
How long is the Rio's Old Capital: Historic Centro audio tour?
About 49 min of listening across 9 stops, at your own pace. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $7.99 USD. Your first tour in the app is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. Download it in the app first if you'll be without data.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English.