7 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Beauty and Adventure

Jonathan Muñoz

19 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant culture and breathtaking sights of Rio de Janeiro in this 7-day itinerary. From iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer to hidden gems like Parque Lage, immerse yourself in the wonders of this Brazilian paradise.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$25

$ 6

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

23 - 28 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

Day 2

$ 6

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

Directions

Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)

Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$44

$ 8

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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29 - 35 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$36

Day 4

$66

$ 4

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$66

Day 5

$48

$ 6

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

Directions

Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

$14

$ 4

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$14

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

Day 7

$30

$ 4

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

Directions

Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $262 In total

Activities & Food:$227

Transport:$36