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Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Marvels

Bryan Zeballos

Bryan Zeballos

30 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the rich culture, and soak up the breathtaking views. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the Marvelous City!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1Art and Panoramic Views
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$56

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$ 2

Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$20
48 - 58 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$36
Day 2Modern Art and Colorful Stairs
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$15

Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$15
13 - 20 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 3Culture, Cathedral, and Coastal Beauty
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$13

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$ 4

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
27 - 33 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
$13
Day 4Christ the Redeemer and Sunset Bliss
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$66

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$ 2

Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$66
44 - 53 min

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Pedra do Arpoador
Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 5Parks and Football Fever
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$30

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$ 2

Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)
Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$30
Day 6Underwater Wonders and Northeastern Traditions
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$48

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$ 2

AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$48
19 - 23 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 7A Glimpse into the Future
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$14

Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$14
Day 8Royal Gardens and Artistic Delights
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$18

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$ 2

Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Museu de Arte do Rio
Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$18
Day 9Exploring the Lush Tijuca National Park
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$13

Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
Day 10Botanical Beauty and Serene Gardens
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$20

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$ 2

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$13
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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$8

Budget breakdown: $307 In total

Activities & Food:$292
Transport:$15