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Santa Marta Favela Tour

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On this tour of the Santa Marta favela in Rio de Janeiro, we'll discover its colorful houses, a statue of Michael Jackson, and climb up to the Mirador do Pedrão. Not to be missed!

Tour Details

We'll meet at the designated time and head to the Santa Marta favela. To tackle the steep carioca hillsides, we'll take the famous funicular up to the highest part of the community.

Our first major stop will be the Mirador do Pedrão, a spot with incredible views where you'll take in a stunning panorama of Guanabara Bay, Botafogo Cove, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

We'll then wander through the labyrinthine streets and talk about the history behind the colorful houses. We'll visit an arts center and the neighborhood's sports court, and take in various street art murals along the way.

Of course, we'll also stop at the Lage do Michael Jackson, the viewpoint with the sculpture of the singer, where the iconic video for They Don't Care About Us was filmed. After the walking route, the tour comes to an end.

Tour Options

When booking, you can choose from the following options, depending on your preferred time and whether you'd like some extras:

Standard Tour (2 hours)

Ideal for those who want the standard route described above. The meeting point for this option is Praça de Corumbá.

Standard Tour With Transport (3 hours)

If you'd rather not worry about transport, this option includes bus pickup in Copacabana. Pickups are available exclusively from the following hotels:

  • Rio Othon Palace
  • Hilton Copacabana

You can choose whichever suits you best when booking.

Sunset Tour With Tasting (4 hours)

After the standard route, we'll stop at the LaGezinha Santa Marta restaurant and bar. Here you can enjoy a delicious caipirinha, a beer, or an ice-cold soft drink, along with a typical snack, either house fries or frango a passarinho (fried chicken). The venue sits high up in the favela, giving you a 360-degree view over the whole South Zone of Rio, including the famous Christ the Redeemer. You'll fall in love watching the sky turn golden and orange at sunset.

The meeting point for this option is Rua São Clemente 307, in Botafogo.

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Santa Marta Favela Tour
Santa Marta Favela Tour
Admire the colorful houses
Admire the colorful houses
The statue of Micheal Jackson in the favela
The statue of Micheal Jackson in the favela
Check out the funicular of Santa Marta
Check out the funicular of Santa Marta
See the landscape of the Santa Marta favela
See the landscape of the Santa Marta favela
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Explore one of the most famous favelas in Rio
Explore one of the most famous favelas in Rio
Look at the buildings
Look at the buildings
Climb up the stairs
Climb up the stairs
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On this tour of the Santa Marta favela in Rio de Janeiro, we'll discover its colorful houses, a statue of Michael Jackson, and climb up to the Mirador do Pedrão. Not to be missed!

Tour Details

We'll meet at the designated time and head to the Santa Marta favela. To tackle the steep carioca hillsides, we'll take the famous funicular up to the highest part of the community.

Our first major stop will be the Mirador do Pedrão, a spot with incredible views where you'll take in a stunning panorama of Guanabara Bay, Botafogo Cove, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

We'll then wander through the labyrinthine streets and talk about the history behind the colorful houses. We'll visit an arts center and the neighborhood's sports court, and take in various street art murals along the way.

Of course, we'll also stop at the Lage do Michael Jackson, the viewpoint with the sculpture of the singer, where the iconic video for They Don't Care About Us was filmed. After the walking route, the tour comes to an end.

Tour Options

When booking, you can choose from the following options, depending on your preferred time and whether you'd like some extras:

Standard Tour (2 hours)

Ideal for those who want the standard route described above. The meeting point for this option is Praça de Corumbá.

Standard Tour With Transport (3 hours)

If you'd rather not worry about transport, this option includes bus pickup in Copacabana. Pickups are available exclusively from the following hotels:

  • Rio Othon Palace
  • Hilton Copacabana

You can choose whichever suits you best when booking.

Sunset Tour With Tasting (4 hours)

After the standard route, we'll stop at the LaGezinha Santa Marta restaurant and bar. Here you can enjoy a delicious caipirinha, a beer, or an ice-cold soft drink, along with a typical snack, either house fries or frango a passarinho (fried chicken). The venue sits high up in the favela, giving you a 360-degree view over the whole South Zone of Rio, including the famous Christ the Redeemer. You'll fall in love watching the sky turn golden and orange at sunset.

The meeting point for this option is Rua São Clemente 307, in Botafogo.

Other Favelas in Rio

If you are eager to see even more of this fascinating side of Rio, then we also offer a tour of the Rocinha favela.

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Duration

2 - 4h.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Portuguese. The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Portuguese.

Included

English–speaking guide

One–way funicular ticket

Transport by bus (if you select the transport option)

A snack and a drink (if you select the tasting option)

Not included

Tourist tax: R$ 5 (US$ 0.98) per person

When to book?

You can book up until 8 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Promotes local employment.
  • Has a gender equality policy.
  • Has a carbon footprint offset policy.

Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Favela Scene Corporate name: GILSON DA SILVA Registered Office: Rua Marechal Francisco de Moura 251, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): CPF 04781329721 Contact information Email: contato@favelascene.com.br Phone: 21998839021

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Praça Corumbá (tour of the Santa Marta favela) or Rua São Clemente, 307 (sunset tour)

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