Afro Sampa Walking Tour

4.9(13)3 hoursPortuguese, English, SpanishBook 1 day aheadSao Paulo, Brazil

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$89

Discover São Paulo in a whole new way with the Afro Sampa Experience, a deep dive into the city's rich Afro-Brazilian history and culture. This isn’t just a tour; it's an enlightening journey that takes you through iconic landmarks like the Mario de Andrade Library, Theatro Municipal, and the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Homens Pretos, where you’ll learn about the cultural and historical influence of the Afro-Brazilian community.

Explore Largo da Memória, a site dedicated to the memory of enslaved Black people, and Casa Preta Hub, a dynamic space empowering Black entrepreneurs. The tour ends at Educafro, an institution transforming lives by providing educational opportunities for Afro-Brazilian youth.

By joining this tour, you're not just learning about history—you’re supporting local Black initiatives and gaining a deeper connection to São Paulo’s Afro-Brazilian heritage. Book now for an unforgettable journey that will leave you with a new perspective on the city!

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What you'll do

Mario de Andrade Library
Rua da Consolacao 94, República, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Begin the tour at the Mário de Andrade Library, a historic cornerstone of São Paulo's cultural identity. Learn about the contributions of modernist writer Mário de Andrade and his dedication to preserving Brazilian culture, including Afro-Brazilian traditions. Highlight: The library's role in cultural preservation and the connection to Afro-Brazilian identity.
20 minAdmission included
Theatro Municipal De Sao Paulo
Praca Ramos de Azevedo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Head to the São Paulo Municipal Theater, a historical site for the founding of the Unified Black Movement (MNU) in 1978. Understand the significant role the theater played in the resistance against racism during the military dictatorship. The story of how young Black individuals from the periphery shaped cultural movements despite economic and racial barriers.
20 minAdmission included
Igreja Nossa Senhora Do Rosario Dos Homens Pretos
Largo do Paissandu S/N0, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Explore the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of Black Men, one of São Paulo’s oldest Black brotherhoods. Discover how this site was crucial for mutual aid, Black resistance, and the preservation of Afro-Brazilian religious traditions. The role of the church in offering sanctuary to the enslaved and in the religious syncretism that emerged.
20 min
Largo da Memoria
Ladeira da Memoria, Sao Paulo, Brazil
It was a place of suffering for enslaved Africans who were stripped of their heritage and forced into a brutal system of slavery. It's a key place of remembrance in São Paulo, where the city's history of Black oppression is acknowledged.
20 min
Visit the Casa Preta Hub, a collaborative space for Black entrepreneurs
Learn about its impact in empowering Black entrepreneurs and preserving Afro-Brazilian culture through art, business, and culture. Casa Preta’s role in fostering creative and economic opportunities for the Black community.
20 min
Educafro is a non-governmental organization founded by Frei David dos Santos, de
dicated to combating racial discrimination and promoting educational inclusion for Black and low-income populations in Brazil. Its mission is to support access to public and private universities through scholarships, preparatory courses, and psychological support. Educafro also advocates for affirmative policies like racial quotas and promotes ethnic diversity in the job market. The organization’s approach combines academic content with citizenship training, anti-racist education, and the promotion of Afro-Brazilian culture and Black identity.
1 hourAdmission included

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Main entrance of Mario de Andrade's Library, a historic cornerstone of São Paulo's cultural identity. Learn about the contributions of modernist writer Mário de Andrade and his dedication to preserving Brazilian culture, including Afro-Brazilian traditions.