Rio de Janeiro Audio Tour: A Journey Through Art, History, and Horizons

Above photo: Eisdur, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Buried beneath Rio’s bustling Gamboa district lie secrets darker than any carnival mask. Forgotten rebels, exiled adventurers, and a restless tide of humanity have all left their mark on these shadowed streets.

Take this self-guided audio tour through the overlooked heart of the city. Unlock stories and hidden corners that most travelers rush past.

Who vanished without a trace after midnight at the English Cemetery gates? What forbidden treasures once slipped through the midnight haze at Valongo Wharf? Why does Praça dos Estivadores echo with whispers of a scandal no history book will confess?

Move along sun-drenched stones and secretive alleyways. Trace revolts, lost fortunes, and moments of haunting beauty as the true face of Rio emerges from shadows into light.

Ready to open the city’s sealed pages and see Gamboa as you’ve never imagined? Press play and start searching for what lies beneath.

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• Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Valongo Observatory, only a 7 minute walk from Central do Brasil Train Station
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including English Cemetery (Rio de Janeiro), Praça dos Estivadores, Historical and Archaeological Circuit Celebrating African Heritage
  

Experience the charm of Gamboa like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Gamboa's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Rio de Janeiro on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🔭  Valongo Observatory (3min)
• 📍  Praça dos Estivadores (3min)
• ⚓  Valongo Wharf (4min)
• 📍  Praça Jornal do Comércio (2min)
• 🌊  Gamboa Pier (2min)
• 🏛️  Historical and Archaeological Circuit Celebrating African Heritage (3min)
• ⚰️  English Cemetery (Rio de Janeiro) (3min)
• 🎭  José Bonifacio Cultural Center (3min)
• 🏛️  Pretos Novos Research and Memory Institute (2min)
• ⛪  Church of Our Lady of Health (Rio de Janeiro) (2min)
• 📍  AquaRio (4min)
• 📍  Rio Star (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Agent010, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Eisdur, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: J. P. Engelbrecht, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Halley Pacheco de Oliveira, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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