• Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas - A delightful surprise in one of the most cherished spots in Rio, Parque das Ruínas, located atop Santa Teresa, offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. However, it’s not just the view that captivates and draws visitors; the site also serves as a cultural center with a diverse program and boasts a fascinating historical aspect.

At the entrance to the favela, scenes from the movie Fast and Furious 5 were filmed. Parts of Elite Squad 2 were also shot in the community, and the site has hosted numerous artists, including pop icons Michael Jackson and Madonna, as well as celebrities like Alicia Keys, Vin Diesel, Hugh Jackman, Jason Statham, among others.

The view from the top of the favela is stunning! Sugarloaf, Urca, Corcovado, Ipanema, Copacabana, and more can all be seen at once.

• Museu Chacara do Ceu - The Chácara do Céu Museum, once the residence of Castro Maya and bequeathed by him for public benefit through the Castro Maya Foundation, is situated in Santa Teresa and has been known by this name since 1876. Inherited by Castro Maya in 1936 and listed by the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute (IPHAN) in 1974, the museum showcases art collections from various periods and origins, rare books, furniture, and decorative arts, all housed in a three-story building.

Today, besides long-term and temporary exhibitions, the museum maintains two rooms that are originally furnished and acclimated to preserve the character of the residence.

• Largo dos Guimaraes - A yellow tram stop and a bohemian hub with bars, cultural events, and historic buildings.
• Laurinda Santos Lobo Cultural Centre - Known as “Laurinda,” this cultural center is deeply connected to the memory of Santa Teresa. The venue hosts exhibitions and photographic projections, dance and music workshops, theatrical performances, children’s activities, piano recitals, and various outdoor events.

• Private transportation
• Professional bilingual tour guide

• Food and Drinks
• Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

Santa Teresa, one of the most rustic communities in Rio de Janeiro, is conveniently near to the city’s core. This district is adorned with early 20th-century manors and has become a bastion for visual artists, a place where the tram, established in 1897, still operates.

The Santa Teresa Tour is a journey which plunges into the splendid community of Santa Teresa, perched on a hill marked by the cable car routes and distinguished by its museums, squares, workshops, and stores!

This tour operates twice daily, during morning and afternoon hours.

• The tour is not private, but shared, and the guide will speak in English, Spanish and Portuguese
• We do the tour, rain or shine. The day of the tour is chosen by the customer, therefore no refund will be generated in case of bad weather. We will do the tour rain or shine.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.