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Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Sofía Alvarez

Sofía Alvarez

9 Dec 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure to Rio de Janeiro, where you'll witness iconic landmarks, savor mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Brazil. From the majestic Christ the Redeemer to the bustling streets of Copacabana, each day promises unforgettable experiences. Get ready to explore ancient marvels and indulge in authentic pizza as you uncover the wonders of Rio de Janeiro.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1Majestic Heights and Beachside Delights
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$211

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$ 9

Chez Regina
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$99
37 - 45 min

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Copacabana Fort
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
17 - 21 min

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Pizzaria ICRJ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
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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$54
34 - 51 min

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Gaia Art & Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 2Bicycles, Gardens, and Mexican Delicacies
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$75

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$ 6

La Bicyclette
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
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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$19
7 - 9 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$11
13 - 20 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$9
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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$24
Day 3Tropical Delights and Northeastern Traditions
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$72

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$ 6

Delírio Tropical
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Praça XV de Novembro
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$21
17 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$21
8 - 12 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Casa do Sardo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 4Gracious Cafes, Art, and Pizza
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$78

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$ 3

Café e Restaurante Gracioso
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
8 - 12 min

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Praça Mauá
Expansive plaza in a revitalized port area with striking modern museums, public art & bay views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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Don Carlo's Pizza Gourmet
A Don Carlo's chega a Niterói com um conceito diferenciado, trazendo aos clientes a oportunidade de apreciar a PIZZA GOURMET.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$18
8 - 12 min

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
13 - 20 min

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Jojola's Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 5Flavors, Art, and Architectural Marvels
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$78

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$ 3

Recanto dos Sabores
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Museu de Arte do Rio
Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$26
15 - 18 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
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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Gohan
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$21
4 - 6 min

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Nova Capela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Granola, Museums, and Metamorphosis
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$117

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$ 3

Granola
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Museu da República (Palácio do Catete)
Former headquarters of the Republic of Brazil, this site has art, documents, a theater & gardens.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
7 - 9 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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$23
8 - 11 min

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

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Xian
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 7Sushi, Nature, and Pasta
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$79

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$ 6

Sushi Barcellos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
48 - 58 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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$19
36 - 44 min

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

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Diferente Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 8Pizza, Parks, and Serenity
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$60

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$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
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
50 - 60 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Quiosque Zeronove
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
10 - 15 min

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Carmelo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27

Budget breakdown: $808 In total

Activities & Food:$768
Transport:$40