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

Joyce Aline Arruda

Joyce Aline Arruda

30 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro in 6 days. Explore stunning beaches, iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious cuisine.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$26

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$ 6

Gurume
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
11 - 14 min

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Praia da Urca
Small beach for sand & water activities beside large cliffs, with nearby bars & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Arpoador
Swimming beach popular with photographers for its dramatic sunset views & landscape.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Oro Restaurante
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$16
5 - 8 min

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Leblon Beach
Well-known sandy stretch of beach with kiosks renting lounge chairs & selling food & drinks.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Mirante do Leblon
Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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BB Lanches
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$6
Day 2
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$80

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$ 6

La Bicyclette
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
12 - 18 min

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Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Seawater lagoon that is the site of several OIympic & Paralympic rowing & canoeing events.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Coco do Luciano
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
8 - 12 min

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Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba
Walking paths wind through this vast, tree- & plant-filled park featuring sculptures & scenic views.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Sugarloaf Mountain
This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$38
14 - 17 min

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Pizzaria ICRJ
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$16
Day 3
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$129

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$ 8

Pizzaria Zona Sul
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 10 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
16 - 20 min

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Copacabana Beach
Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
19 - 28 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$8
66 - 99 min

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Corcovado
Named for its hunchback shape, this 710-m. peak houses an iconic statue, a trail & viewing platform.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$50
29 - 35 min

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Empório Jardim
Uma padaria, bistrô e deli, com pães artesanais, exclusivos, e recheada de produtos de fabricação própria e fresquinhos. Este é o Empório Jardim!
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$10
Day 4
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$45

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$ 6

da Casa da Táta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
23 - 28 min

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Vista Chinesa
Belvedere at 380m featuring a 1903, Chinese-style pavilion with views of the mountains, city & sea.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$13
38 - 46 min

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Casa Tua
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$12
9 - 14 min

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Praia da Barra da Tijuca
Wide, bustling stretch of sand lined with food kiosks, open sea views & a relaxing vibe.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$10
Day 5
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$130

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$ 10

Os Renatos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
12 - 17 min

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Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$30
46 - 56 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$66
33 - 40 min

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Delírio Tropical
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
19 - 23 min

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Cachoeiras do Horto
In the Tijuca National Park above Rio, this cascade & pool is surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
45 - 54 min

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Praia do Recreio
Sandy beach backed by an Atlantic forest reserve, with snack bars & views of the Pontal peninsula.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Rei do Recheio
9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
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$16
Day 6
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$152

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$ 8

Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$14
9 - 11 min

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Rio Star
Giant observation wheel measuring 88 meters high, with vistas over Rio & its landmarks, plus a cafe.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$50
12 - 15 min

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Galeto 183
Eleito um dos melhores botequins/restaurantes da cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Já recebeu inúmeros prêmios pela qualidade e fartura de seus pratos, com destaque o filé mignon com fritas, conhecido popularmente como brontofilé devido seu gigantesco tamanho.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
Home of the Rio Carnival renovated to host Olympic & Paralympic archery & the end of the marathon.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$38
10 - 12 min

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Arcos da Lapa | Aqueduto da Carioca
18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Cake & Co
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$20
110 - 165 min

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Mirante Dona Marta
Cliffside lookout point offering expansive, panoramic views of Rio & the Christ the Redeemer statue.
9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $602 In total

Activities & Food:$561
Transport:$41