Rio de Janeiro Rocinha Favela Walking Tour, Rio de Janeiro

An incredible experience in Rocinha, thanks in large part to our guide Ana. She explained life in the favela, its histor...

Sergio Lopez

Witness the other face of Rio de Janeiro with this guided walking tour of the Rocinha favela, in which you will discover the least known and most surprising corners of the Brazilian favelas.

Details

Duration

3 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

English–speaking guide
Lunch (depending on selected option)
Drone footage (depending on selected option)

Not included

Drinks
Motorcycle taxi: 10BRL per person

When to book

You can book up to 4 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

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

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Meeting point

São Conrado / Rocinha Metro Station (Exit A)

Reviews of our customers

9.5

Exceptional 7,842 Travelers·688 reviews

October 12, 2026
Sergio Lopez Blanco
Ponferrada, Spain
An incredible experience in Rocinha, thanks in large part to our guide Ana. She explained life in the favela, its history, and its culture in a very a...
As a couple
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September 17, 2026
Jóse Enrique Palacios Hernández
Mexico
We absolutely loved the experience and enjoyed it immensely! I'd like to give a special shout-out to our guide, Félix, who was attentive the whole tim...
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September 14, 2026
Silvia
Calella, Spain
The tour of the Rocinha favela is definitely a must if you want to see the other side of Rio and experience it from a respectful perspective, from the...
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September 10, 2026
Nuria
Valencia, Spain
The activity was a great success. We are very happy with Felix's professionalism and attention. We loved every detail of the tour through the Rocinha ...
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August 3, 2026
Maria Lucia
Madrid, Spain
Excellent! Our guide, Rose, took great care of us and taught us about the history of the favela, how people live there, their daily routines, their cu...
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July 31, 2026
Celia
Madrid, Spain
We were lucky enough to have a great guide with us, Rogerio. He explained everything in great detail and with professionalism, and he attended to our ...
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April 17, 2026
Bibiana Fabado
Valencia, Spain
Magnífica experiencia. Totalmente recomendable, ves unas vistas maravillas de Rio de Janeiro. Tour inmersivo por la favela Rocinha con un guía local. ...
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April 11, 2026
Jorge Rodriguez
Puerto Rico, United States
Visiting the Rocinha favela was an unforgettable and authentic experience. Our guide, Rose, who lives in the community, was exceptional: kind, honest,...
As a couple
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October 12, 2026
Teresa
Spain
We loved the experience, and our guide Victor played a big part in making it so enjoyable. We felt very safe with him at all times; he explained every...
As a couple
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October 3, 2026
Ismael Rodriguez Ravelo
Spain
Excellent activity that we 100% recommend if you come to Rio de Janeiro, if you get to go with Marcelo you will have an incredible experience.
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Witness the other face of Rio de Janeiro with this guided walking tour of the Rocinha favela, in which you will discover the least known and most surprising corners of the Brazilian favelas.

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at exit A of the São Conrado metro station and, from there, we'll take a tour by motorbike taxi and on foot through the Rocinha favela.

First, we'll visit the Rocinha Viewpoint and the Craft Fair. From there, we'll head to the Capoeira Project, where we'll see how young people from the community practise maculelê, capoeira, samba, and passinho de funk. Next, we'll go to a local home, where we'll enjoy the views from the rooftop.

We'll continue the tour by visiting the gallery of the artist Wark and the Castelinho court, a space for social gathering and transformation. The tour will then continue along the famous Funk Street and Via Ápia, the most vibrant street in Rocinha and its main commercial centre.

Finally, our tour will conclude at Acadêmicos da Rocinha, the community's traditional samba school.

Tour Options

During the booking process, you can choose from the following options:

Standard Rocinha Favela Tour: includes the complete guided tour described in the itinerary.
Tour + Drone Footage: you'll follow the same route as the standard tour, but to give you a unique souvenir, a team will film you for about 10 minutes along the way. You'll receive the edited video afterward.
Tour + Lunch: in addition to the standard tour, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at the Mirante da Rocinha restaurant. The menu includes two choices for your starter, main course, and dessert. Please note that this option is not available on Wednesdays.

Other Favelas in Rio de Janeiro

Want more? Don't miss the opportunity to also enjoy the Dona Marta Favela Tour and continue discovering the most surprising side of Rio de Janeiro.

9.5

Exceptional 7,842 Travelers·688 reviews

October 12, 2026
Sergio Lopez Blanco
Ponferrada, Spain
An incredible experience in Rocinha, thanks in large part to our guide Ana. She explained life in the favela, its history, and its culture in a very a...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 17, 2026
Jóse Enrique Palacios Hernández
Mexico
We absolutely loved the experience and enjoyed it immensely! I'd like to give a special shout-out to our guide, Félix, who was attentive the whole tim...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 14, 2026
Silvia
Calella, Spain
The tour of the Rocinha favela is definitely a must if you want to see the other side of Rio and experience it from a respectful perspective, from the...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 10, 2026
Nuria
Valencia, Spain
The activity was a great success. We are very happy with Felix's professionalism and attention. We loved every detail of the tour through the Rocinha ...
With friends
Is this useful?
August 3, 2026
Maria Lucia
Madrid, Spain
Excellent! Our guide, Rose, took great care of us and taught us about the history of the favela, how people live there, their daily routines, their cu...
Is this useful?
July 31, 2026
Celia
Madrid, Spain
We were lucky enough to have a great guide with us, Rogerio. He explained everything in great detail and with professionalism, and he attended to our ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
April 17, 2026
Bibiana Fabado
Valencia, Spain
Magnífica experiencia. Totalmente recomendable, ves unas vistas maravillas de Rio de Janeiro. Tour inmersivo por la favela Rocinha con un guía local. ...
Is this useful?
April 11, 2026
Jorge Rodriguez
Puerto Rico, United States
Visiting the Rocinha favela was an unforgettable and authentic experience. Our guide, Rose, who lives in the community, was exceptional: kind, honest,...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 12, 2026
Teresa
Spain
We loved the experience, and our guide Victor played a big part in making it so enjoyable. We felt very safe with him at all times; he explained every...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 3, 2026
Ismael Rodriguez Ravelo
Spain
Excellent activity that we 100% recommend if you come to Rio de Janeiro, if you get to go with Marcelo you will have an incredible experience.
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Witness the other face of Rio de Janeiro with this guided walking tour of the Rocinha favela, in which you will discover the least known and most surprising corners of the Brazilian favelas.

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at exit A of the São Conrado metro station and, from there, we'll take a tour by motorbike taxi and on foot through the Rocinha favela.

Finally, our tour will conclude at Acadêmicos da Rocinha, the community's traditional samba school.

Tour Options

During the booking process, you can choose from the following options:

Standard Rocinha Favela Tour: includes the complete guided tour described in the itinerary.
Tour + Drone Footage: you'll follow the same route as the standard tour, but to give you a unique souvenir, a team will film you for about 10 minutes along the way. You'll receive the edited video afterward.
Tour + Lunch: in addition to the standard tour, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at the Mirante da Rocinha restaurant. The menu includes two choices for your starter, main course, and dessert. Please note that this option is not available on Wednesdays.

Other Favelas in Rio de Janeiro

Want more? Don't miss the opportunity to also enjoy the Dona Marta Favela Tour and continue discovering the most surprising side of Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro Rocinha Favela Walking Tour