Discover Tavares Bastos with people who live there
From €25 per personThe published duration is 3 hours, but the return journey time and total walking distance are not provided.Final booking with external provider
Check availability
Local culture and football

Guided experience in Rio de Janeiro

Discover Tavares Bastos with people who live there

★★★★★ 3 hrs · 3 Available languages
From €25 per person Extra local transport

Walk through Tavares Bastos with resident guides, see its viewpoints, social projects and street art, and join a football game on the pitch linked to the FIFA Street video game.

Check options on GetYourGuide View availability on GetYourGuide

⚡ A snack inside a favela home · Price, option, starting time and availability must be confirmed on GetYourGuide.

Tips, further drinks or snacks, and return local transport are excluded. Bring comfortable shoes, a camera and sunscreen.

✔ Walking route through narrow streets and alleyways
✔ Football with children and other community residents
✔ Visits to Centro Social Dona Irene, viewpoints and graffiti museum
✔ A snack inside a favela home

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Exploring Tavares Bastos with resident guides
  • Combining football, graffiti and viewpoints
  • Learning about community projects and initiatives
  • Joining a participatory activity in Rio

How long does it take?

The published duration is 3 hours, but the return journey time and total walking distance are not provided.

What's included?

  • Resident guides and a live guided tour
  • Uniformed and identifiable support staff
  • Community walk and football experience
  • FIFA Street-associated pitch and Centro Social Dona Irene
  • Graffiti museum, viewpoints and a snack

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if meeting residents and playing football are priorities. First consider the accessibility limits, extra transport and incomplete information about the options.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Ask on GetYourGuide which option you are booking, the exact start and finish points, how the R$20 is paid and what the snack contains, especially if you have allergies or dietary needs.

Community-based guidesResidents lead the route and share their perspective on the neighbourhood and local life.
The FIFA Street pitchThe tour reaches the football ground associated with the video game and offers a chance to play with community members.
Street art and viewsThe route combines viewpoints with an open-air graffiti museum created by a local artist.
A visit with contextAlongside the favela walk, you learn about social initiatives such as Centro Social Dona Irene.

📖 What happens during the tour

The identified meeting point is Museu da República at R. do Catete, 153. From there, the programme usually includes a roughly 10-minute car journey before the walking tour begins.

The itinerary is indicative: explanations, viewpoints, street art, the social centre, football, a snack and 30 minutes of free time at one stop may all feature.

✓

The meeting point may vary with the option booked.

✓

The page mentions two start and finish locations but does not identify the second ones.

✓

Confirm the precise route and return arrangements before booking.

★

The main draw is exploring the community with residents and joining a football experience; the key limitation is the lack of detail about options and extra costs.

The route uses narrow passageways and requires walking. Walking route

Local culture, graffiti and football

The FIFA Street pitch is the most distinctive stop, but the route also focuses on viewpoints, the open-air graffiti museum and community initiatives.

The provider says the tour supports social projects in Tavares Bastos, but does not explain the exact financial link between each booking and those projects.

Football Local culture Street art Viewpoints

What the reviews indicate

The main draw is exploring the community with residents and joining a football experience; the key limitation is the lack of detail about options and extra costs.

Feedback particularly highlights the warmth of the guides, feeling safe, contact with local life and the welcoming atmosphere.

3 hrsIndicative duration
516Published reviews
3Available languages
R$20Extra local transport

🗣️ What the reviews indicate

Engaging guides

A group of 246 reviews is associated with the theme “Great guide”, praising the guides' quality and friendly approach.

Feeling safe

A total of 63 reviews is grouped under “Felt safe”, although this perception does not substantiate the promotional claim that this is the safest favela.

Local experience

Another 41 reviews fall under “Local feeling”; football, views and cultural learning are also praised.

Excellent feedback, with points to check

The activity has 516 reviews and displays 5.0/5, while structured data records 4.967230670851773/5. The page also states that 98% of English-speaking travellers gave the top rating.

A summary based on 300 verified reviews notes that some visitors would like clearer information about optional fees and purchases.

The source states that photos and videos may be taken without restrictions. Photos and video

Before you book

Check the option and additional costs

From €25 per person

The advertised price starts at €25 per person, compared with a previously displayed €50. Three options are listed, but their full differences are unclear.

Duration3 hours; the programme may change
LanguagesEnglish, Portuguese and Spanish
CancellationFree up to 24 hours beforehand for a full refund
PaymentReservation available without immediate payment
Local transportNot included; stated total supplement of R$20
MobilityUnsuitable for people with reduced mobility
Check price and option on GetYourGuide

Price, option, starting time and availability must be confirmed on GetYourGuide.

Starting times depend on availability. Variable schedule

How to book this experience

1

Choose a date

Open availability and check updated times, language and conditions.

2

Compare options

Check final price, duration, meeting point and what's included.

3

Book securely

The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Who is this experience for?

It may suit travellers seeking a cultural visit led by residents who value exchange, football and street art more than a conventional sightseeing tour.

It is not suitable for reduced mobility. It may also be a poor fit if you need advance certainty about walking distance, group size, toilets or dietary arrangements.

Travellers interested in local culture and daily life Football and FIFA Street enthusiasts People comfortable walking through narrow passages Visitors who accept a flexible itinerary
A participatory tour whose practical conditions and ethical dimension deserve consideration. Informed choice

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long is the Tavares Bastos tour?
The published duration is 3 hours. The itinerary is indicative and may change, and the return journey time is not specified.
What does the tour include?
It includes resident guides, a community walk, football, visits to the pitch, social centre, graffiti museum and viewpoints, plus a snack.
Is transport included?
No. A total R$20 supplement is stated for return local transport, but confirm whether this is the mentioned car journey and how payment is handled.
Is the activity accessible to people with reduced mobility?
No. It is listed as unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and follows narrow streets and passageways.
Where does the activity start?
The identified point is Museu da República, R. do Catete, 153, but it may vary by option. Confirm the exact meeting point on GetYourGuide.

Related activities

See Rio de Janeiro from a helicopterActivity on TourBookGo

See Rio de Janeiro from a helicopter

Choose from four shared routes to view Rio's beaches, neighbourhoods and landmarks from above. Closed-door flights and a 30-minute doors-off option are available.

From €192 per personThe listed 20–40 minutes are estimates based on the route and do not guarantee an exact amount of time in the air.
View activity
Watch Rio wake up from a stand-up paddleboardActivity on TourBookGo

Watch Rio wake up from a stand-up paddleboard

Start the day paddling off the Rio de Janeiro coastline as the sun rises. Professional guidance, paddleboarding equipment, safety gear, photos and videos are included.

From €44 per personThe advertised duration is 2 hours: a 15-minute briefing and safety session followed by 105 minutes of paddleboarding. The itinerary may change.
View activity

Tavares Bastos from within

Football, community and views in one tour

The distinctive value lies in exploring the favela with residents and sharing an experience on the pitch associated with FIFA Street.

Review the option, meeting point, availability and possible additional costs on GetYourGuide before deciding.

Book the experience on GetYourGuide Back to top
Back to Rio de Janeiro