Favela Tour -The path of Michael Jackson in Rio

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Trace the steps of late superstar Michael Jackson through Rio and the favela of Santa Marta on this small-group tour. Traveling with a small group of just 10 people of fewer means you'll enjoy personalized attention from your guide and plenty of chances to ask questions. Visiting Santa Marta is a must-do for tourists in Rio to understand the diverse makeup of the city and its residents.

Visit to the Santa Marta favela
Trace the steps of Michael Jackson through Rio
Listen to commentary from your guide on the superstar's visit
Small group of just 10 people or fewer for personalized attention

What's Included

Guide
Inclined plane transport

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Praça Corumbá, 120 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-130, Brazil
Tourist information kiosk

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Favela Scene Hospedagem Social (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 15 reviews

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Highly recommended.

Ali_A, Sep 2024

Our tour guide Jonatas was amazing and took us to all the scenic stops. We even visited some locals of the Santa Marta Favela in their home. Then there was a show that some kids put out for us as a welcome to their beautiful favela. Highly recommended.

Santa Marta Favela

Yamil_R, Sep 2024

Tour guy was very knowledgeable and informative. Telling us every fact about the favela and how everything works around the area, it was safe and unbelievable experience

Favella

KATRIN_R, Dec 2023

Tour guide has showed all best spots of favella and I really liked it. He was helpful and kind. I appreciate this tour Katrin Ritter

Emotional and beautiful

Ruby_C, Oct 2023

Just knowing that the king of Pop was there was enough for me to get emotional. The statue of Michael is beautiful and accurate. The guide very helpful and kind.

Great Guide!

Simone_W, May 2023

Started off shaky the company not the guide but the company themselves gave me the wrong address. So I ended up an hour away. However, once I got there the tour was amazing. The guide knew the area well and explain everything. I would say if you go be prepared to climb many stairs

Great tour guide and great tour

Michael_K, Mar 2023

Jonathan was a great tour guide. Informative and insightful. Make sure you pack comfortable shoes. We did. We had a great time.

More than expected. Maria Salete is a great guide. If you love MJ, you're gonna love this.

RODOLFO_C, Apr 2022

This place has its own magic. We even danced to "They don't care about us" and walked the path of The King of Pop.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

We are very happy with your evaluation, thank you.

Birthday tour to Santa Maria

L_A, Dec 2021

Our tour guide spoke very good English. He was knowledgeable and provided great details that gave the tour context. I would recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

We are very happy with your evaluation, thank you.

Favela tour

Astrid_S, Apr 2021

It was an unique experience. Our guide took us to see this Favela inside and I think it was the most important experience. Walking through the path that Michael Jackson went was also very interesting. Overall great experience, tour guide was very helpful.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

We are very happy with your evaluation, thank you.

Favela i Rio

Soheila_Z, Apr 2024

Vi har haft en god tur-guide og kan tale engelsk rigtig godt. Vi fik stor viden om, hvordan denne verden er opbygget." Og hvordan tingen hænger sammen i såden en samfund.

Sehr informativ

Adrian_K, Dec 2023

Der Guide war sehr nett und hat uns gezeigt, wie die Menschen in der Favela leben. Er hat uns auch alle Fragen beantwortet und sich Zeit genommen. Ich hätte gerne etwas mehr über die Schritte von Michael Jackson in der Favela erfahren, aber trotzdem war es eine sehr gute Tour. Danke!