Dona Marta Favela Tour

Join us on a tour of Rio's Dona Marta favela, where you will see the colorful houses and learn about their connection to Michael Jackson.

Tour Details

We will meet at the specified time in Corumbá Square before entering the Dona Marta favela. A funicular train will take us to the highest part of the favela.

We will then walk through the streets while discussing the history of the colorful houses that are home to approximately 8,000 residents. You will witness educational projects that dispel negative stereotypes of these neighborhoods. The tour includes visits to the Dona Marta arts center, the favela's sports center, and various street art murals.

We will stop at the Laje do Michael Jackson, a viewpoint featuring a statue of the singer. This location is notable as it was the setting for Michael's video 'They Don't Care About Us'. You will also enjoy a panoramic view of the region's mountains.

The tour lasts 2 hours, concluding with a walk back to the starting point.

Other Favelas in Rio

If you wish to explore more of this captivating aspect of Rio, we also offer a tour of the Rocinha favela.