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A Week in Rio: Exploring the Marvels of Brazil

Fabián Méndez

Fabián Méndez

4 Oct 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey through Rio de Janeiro, where we'll discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious breakfast spots, and immerse ourselves in the vibrant culture of Brazil.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$8

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
7 - 10 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 2
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$141

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$ 4

Chez Regina
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
37 - 45 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$125
Day 3
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$70

Os Renatos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
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
$50
Day 4
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$95

Gurume
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
15 - 22 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
$75
Day 5
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$33

La Bicyclette
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$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
$25
Day 6
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$80

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$ 4

Recanto dos Sabores
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
6 - 8 min

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AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$60
Day 7
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$43

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!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$28
20 - 30 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$15
Day 8
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$0

Budget breakdown: $478 In total

Activities & Food:$470
Transport:$8