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10 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Jessica Carrizales

3 Oct 2023

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Experience the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro through this 10-day itinerary filled with iconic landmarks, stunning beaches, and delicious cuisine.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$70

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$ 4

Recanto dos Sabores

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Rio Star

Giant observation wheel measuring 88 meters high, with vistas over Rio & its landmarks, plus a cafe.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 2

+

$77

·

$ 4

Chez Regina

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$8

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Christ the Redeemer

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$63

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Guacamole Cocina Mexicana

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$6

Day 3

+

$24

·

$ 2

BB Lanches

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Directions

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

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Red Beach

Small beach protected by a headland, with coarse, reddish-colored sand and usually calm water.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Pizzaria ICRJ

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

Day 4

+

$22

·

$ 4

da Casa da Táta

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$10

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Cachoeiras do Horto

In the Tijuca National Park above Rio, this cascade & pool is surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Delírio Tropical

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$12

Day 5

+

$31

La Bicyclette

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

12 - 18 min

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Directions

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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$13

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Grado Restaurante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$14

Day 6

+

$30

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$10

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Escadaria Selarón

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Gohan

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$20

Day 7

+

$34

Masserini Osteria di Mare

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Ipanema Beach

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Pope

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

Day 8

+

$0

Day 9

+

$30

Bibi Sucos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Copacabana Beach

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Pão & Companhia

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$20

Day 10

+

$28

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$12

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Leblon Beach

Well-known sandy stretch of beach with kiosks renting lounge chairs & selling food & drinks.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Oro Restaurante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $359 In total

Activities & Food:$345

Transport:$14