Cais do Valongo
Cais do Valongo is UNESCO World Heritage — the most important surviving landing-place remains for enslaved Africans in the Americas.
Read it with MUHCAB or Pretos Novos, not as an isolated photo. There is no indoor museum on the stones themselves.
How to go
Walk from the studio; the map on this page is the walking route.
Visit info
- Address
- Avenida Barão de Tefé, Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, 20081-312
- Website
- whc.unesco.org
Walking directions
Stay nearby
Return to Mural da Lapa, a studio stay in the middle of this walk.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cais do Valongo from Mural da Lapa?
About 20 minutes on foot from the studio. Open the walking directions above for the exact route.
What are Cais do Valongo's opening hours?
When we know the house hours, they are in the notes on this page. Confirm on the official site, socials, or at the door — schedules change.
How can I contact Cais do Valongo or check for updates?
Yes, through the official site (whc.unesco.org).