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Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Pat Pérez Wong

Pat Pérez Wong

20 Nov 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure to Rio de Janeiro, where you'll discover stunning landscapes, iconic landmarks, and mouthwatering cuisine. From the breathtaking views of Christ the Redeemer to the vibrant atmosphere of Copacabana, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city's best attractions. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and savor the flavors of Brazil!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1From Cafés to Gardens: Unveiling Rio's Charm
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$51

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$ 2

Apetite Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
8 - 11 min

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Copacabana Fort
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
12 - 18 min

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Pedra do Arpoador
Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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La Bicyclette
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$16
3 - 4 min

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Grado Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 2Aerial Wonders and Scenic Delights
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$132

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$ 4

BB Lanches
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Mirante do Leblon
Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$66
38 - 46 min

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Pizzaria ICRJ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
9 - 14 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
34 - 51 min

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Gaia Art & Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 3Parks, Palaces, and Authentic Eateries
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$34

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$ 2

Granola
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 11 min

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Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)
Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Casa do Sardo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 4Theatrical Marvels and Architectural Wonders
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$57

MegaMatte
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro
Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
9 - 14 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Gohan
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
4 - 5 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.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Nova Capela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 5Samba, Art, and Culinary Adventures
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$87

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$ 2

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.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
17 - 21 min

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Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$15
8 - 11 min

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Metamorfose
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
12 - 18 min

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Xian
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 6Nature's Retreat and Gastronomic Delights
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$63

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$ 4

Sushi Barcellos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
47 - 57 min

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Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
35 - 42 min

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Massas Bibi
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Diferente Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 7Cultural Gems and Northeastern Traditions
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$40

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$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
17 - 21 min

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Parque Madureira
Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Cais do Oriente
Restaurante com cardápio variado e refinado, ocupa antigo armazém de decoração rústica e estrutura aparente.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Filet e Folhas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 8Art, Parks, and Mexican Cuisine
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$68

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$ 6

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
9 - 11 min

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
55 - 66 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
13 - 20 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$16
5 - 6 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!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $555 In total

Activities & Food:$531
Transport:$25