6 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Art, Beaches, and Adventure

Julian Correa Corrales

1 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day itinerary to Rio de Janeiro, exploring its vibrant art scene, stunning beaches, and iconic landmarks. Discover the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, ride the Sugar Loaf cable car, and indulge in delicious meals at local eateries. Immerse yourself in the cultural wonders of Rio, from the Escadaria Selarón to the Royal Portuguese Reading Room. Unwind on the picturesque Leblon and Ipanema beaches, and marvel at the majestic Christ the Redeemer. This blog is your ultimate guide to experiencing the best of Rio de Janeiro!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

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Viator

Day 1

$40

$ 5

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

87 - 105 min

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Fortress on a rocky point at bay entrance offering guided tours & scenic view of Sugarloaf Mountain.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

40 - 48 min

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Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

50 - 60 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$19

19 - 23 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2

$11

$ 3

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Waterfront wall on Guanabara Bay, popular at sunset & with views of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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3 - 4 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3

$38

$ 1

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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15 - 22 min

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Small plaza known for its popular weekly samba parties & rustic stands selling drinks.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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4 - 5 min

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Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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11 - 14 min

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Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4

$61

$ 5

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Government office building known for its distinct modernist architecture & Brazilian murals.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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28 - 34 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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37 - 45 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$33

30 - 36 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5

$15

$ 3

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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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 - 6 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6

$55

$ 5

Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro & Coworking

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

36 - 44 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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13 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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15 - 22 min

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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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$10

Budget breakdown: $240 In total

Activities & Food:$219

Transport:$21