Olimpico Boulevard Promenade And Day After Museum

The tour kicks off with a convenient pickup from your hotel. Our initial stop is the Valongo Pier, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a significant historical monument. This location served as the primary entry point for enslaved Africans in the Americas during the 19th century. Here, our guide will provide insightful commentary on Brazil’s colonial history and its journey towards preserving its cultural heritage.

Our next destination is the Olympic Boulevard, situated within the revitalized Porto Maravilha area. This vibrant zone is filled with cultural venues, open spaces, and public art installations.

We then pause at the Mural of Ethnicities, a renowned piece by Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra. Spanning over 3,000 square meters, the mural celebrates humanity's cultural diversity. It holds the Guinness World Record for the largest graffiti mural created by a single artist. This site provides insight into how art has transformed the city’s urban landscape following the Olympics.

The tour's centerpiece is a visit to the Museum of Tomorrow, a creation of architect Santiago Calatrava. Situated at Pier Mauá, this futuristic building marries modern architecture with environmental sustainability, featuring solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system.

Inside, the museum’s interactive displays invite you to delve into the connections between science, technology, and sustainability. Curated by physicist and cosmologist Luiz Alberto Oliveira, the main exhibition spans five zones: Cosmos, Earth, Anthropocene, Tomorrow, and Now. Each section poses critical questions about our past, present, and future, urging visitors to consider their part in fostering a sustainable world.

After touring the museum, we head back to the Olympic Boulevard, where you’ll have free time to capture photos. The tour concludes with a transfer back to your hotel.

This Rio Boulevard tour is ideal for travelers eager to explore Rio’s evolution while connecting with its historical roots. Reserve your spot today for an unforgettable journey through time, art, and innovation!