Santa Marta Favela Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through the Santa Marta favela in Rio de Janeiro, where vibrant houses await, alongside a notable statue of Michael Jackson. We will ascend to the Mirador do Pedrão, an experience not to be missed!

Tour Overview

We will gather at the scheduled time and proceed to the Santa Marta favela. To conquer the challenging hills typical of the carioca landscape, we will utilize the renowned funicular to reach the uppermost part of the community.

Our adventure will commence at the Mirador do Pedrão, a prime location boasting breathtaking views. Here, you will enjoy a remarkable panorama of Guanabara Bay, Botafogo Cove, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Afterward, we will meander through the winding streets, where we'll delve into the stories behind the vibrant houses. Our journey includes a visit to an arts center, a nearby sports court, and numerous striking street art murals.

Additionally, we will make a stop at Lage do Michael Jackson, the viewing point featuring the sculpture of the legendary singer, known for its association with the iconic music video for They Don't Care About Us. As we wrap up our walking tour, the experience will come to a close.

Tour Options

While reserving your spot, you can select from the following options tailored to your schedule and interests:

Standard Tour (2 hours)

This is perfect for participants seeking the typical route as outlined above. The gathering point for this selection is Praça de Corumbá.

Standard Tour With Transport (3 hours)

For those preferring not to handle transportation logistics, this variant includes bus pickup from Copacabana. Transportation is available only from the following hotels:

• Rio Othon Palace
• Hilton Copacabana

Select the option that best fits your needs when booking.

Sunset Tour + Tasting (4 hours)

Following the standard tour, we will stop at the LaGezinha Santa Marta dining establishment. Here, indulge in a refreshing caipirinha, a cold beer, or a soda, accompanied by a delicious local snack, such as house fries or frango a passarinho (fried chicken). This venue, perched high in the favela, offers a spectacular 360-degree view of the entire South Zone of Rio, including the iconic Christ the Redeemer. Witnessing the sky transition to shades of golden and orange at sunset will capture your heart.

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

Exploring Other Favelas in Rio

For those keen on discovering even more of Rio's intriguing nature, we also provide a tour of the Rocinha favela.