Santa Marta, and the Funicular up the Hill

Favela Santa Marta Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Santa Marta favela tour in Rio with big bay views, a Michael Jackson stop, and a respectful community visit with a local guide.

“Feb 2024 - If you’re visiting Rio, you have to visit the favelas! Dispel your stereotypes and open your mind. This is an excellent way for you to interface with the people and the culture! Pedro was an amazing guide very knowledgeable and passionate on educating people on life in the Favela. Santa Marta is a beautiful place and the energy I received there was like no other! The people shine like the 🌞”

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Favela Santa Marta: Walking Tour with local guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 2h 30m · from $34

Walk Dona Marta with a local guide, ride up by funicular, see arts, sports, murals, and the Laje do Michael Jackson viewpoint.

“Mauvaise expérience. Début initiale à 10h, notre guide n’est arrivé qu’à 10h45 et nous avions stipulé une visite en français hors le guide attribué ne parlais que quelques mots. Pas beaucoup d’explication sur la visite et juste une balade dans la Favela.. bref, très mauvaise expérience et très peu d’information sur l’histoire de ce lieu.”

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Guided Tour to Favela Santa Marta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $35

Local-guided Santa Marta favela tour in Rio: Michael Jackson statue, tram ride, social projects, and a caipirinha workshop for $35.

“It was THE BEST. Mario was our guide. He spoke multiple languages. The tour was authentic and informative. Not commercial.”

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Favela Santa Marta Top Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 488 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $28

A 3-hour Santa Marta experience with community guides, Michael Jackson Square, samba, and stops for local projects, views, and resident life.

“Great cultural experience. The tour didn’t feel exploitative and the history shared with us was appreciated. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a true cultural experience and want to get to know the locals and what the Favelas are about from guides. This tour is hosted by a family that gives back to their community.”

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Favela Santa Marta Tour with Resident Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 220 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $27

Santa Marta favela tour in Rio led by resident Gilson Fumaça, with iconic spots, community projects, and a responsible guide briefing. 150 min.

“I was skeptical to book one of these tours, but im glad I went with a local (fumaça) who is so well respected by this community, it wasn’t there to exploit the community for money he was there to educate, and I’m glad we left feeling the way we felt. Thank you for showing us your home and if you’re looking for a tour I’d choose this one”

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