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Rio de Janeiro: A 2-Day Adventure

Ana Alliccaco

Ana Alliccaco

5 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 2-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Explore iconic landmarks like Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Fort, and Christ the Redeemer. Immerse yourself in the rich culture at Parque Lage and witness breathtaking views from the top. Discover the hidden gems of Escadaria Selarón, Arcos da Lapa, and Pedra do Sal. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the marvelous city!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$242

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$ 12

Lapa Casa Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Sugarloaf Mountain
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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$56
14 - 17 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$56
19 - 23 min

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Copacabana Fort
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$19
Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
67 - 100 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$99
Day 2
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$93

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$ 9

Lapa Casa Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$21
8 - 10 min

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AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$72
11 - 16 min

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Pedra do Sal
Small plaza known for its popular weekly samba parties & rustic stands selling drinks.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $355 In total

Activities & Food:$335
Transport:$20