9 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Alexandre Vicente

5 Nov 2023

Experience the best of Rio de Janeiro in 9 days, from breathtaking views to mouthwatering cuisine. Explore iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, indulge in delicious meals at local restaurants, and relax on the stunning beaches of Ipanema and Leblon. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Marvelous City!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$151

$ 4

Iconic rock formation at the end of a beach offering hiking, cycle taxis & a scenic nature trail.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

57 - 69 min

Directions

Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

13 - 20 min

Directions

A Bráz nasceu com o objetivo de resgatar as raízes das receitas italianas e tornou-se referência quando o assunto é pizza em SP, Rio e Campinas.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

1 - 2 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 2

$125

$ 4

Massive, 2,769-foot stone mountain on the coast offering strenuous hiking & panoramic views of Rio.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

21 - 26 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 3

$384

$ 4

Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$132

3 - 4 min

Directions

Named for its hunchback shape, this 710-m. peak houses an iconic statue, a trail & viewing platform.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$100

28 - 34 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 4

$169

$ 4

Seawater lagoon that is the site of several OIympic & Paralympic rowing & canoeing events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 5

$96

$ 4

Long, popular stretch of beach known for sunbathing, along with soccer & volleyball.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

Directions

Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

$136

Well-known sandy stretch of beach with kiosks renting lounge chairs & selling food & drinks.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 7

$229

$ 4

A short hike leads to this 220-m. summit with an aerial tram station to Sugarloaf Mountain.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

15 - 22 min

Directions

Small beach protected by a headland, with coarse, reddish-colored sand and usually calm water.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$75

17 - 26 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$48

55 - 66 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 8

$212

$ 8

This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

28 - 34 min

Directions

Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Neo-Manueline-style library with ornate decor & a vast collection of volumes by Portuguese authors.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$25

5 - 8 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

2 - 3 min

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Por mais de um século a Confeitaria Colombo é uma das mais respeitadas casas comerciais do país. Hoje, somos patrimônio cultural e artístico da cidade. Não se pode contar a história da Confeitaria Colombo sem associá-la a história urbana do Rio de Janeiro.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 9

$136