Rio de Janeiro: A 4-Day Adventure

Gabriela Navas

6 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Discover stunning beaches, iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Brazil.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$ 8

Pestana Rio Atlântica

Depart from your stay 🏨

65 - 78 min

Directions

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

Directions

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

42 - 51 min

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Spacious nude beach with strong waves, a relaxed setting & views of offshore islands.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Wide, bustling stretch of sand lined with food kiosks, open sea views & a relaxing vibe.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$75

$ 10

Pestana Rio Atlântica

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

Directions

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

15 - 18 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$88

$ 10

Pestana Rio Atlântica

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

54 - 65 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$63

37 - 45 min

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Family-friendly zoo with native & exotic birds & animals like tigers, lions, bears & alligators.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$25

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$ 8

Pestana Rio Atlântica

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

Directions

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

44 - 53 min

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Waterfront wall on Guanabara Bay, popular at sunset & with views of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Swimming beach popular with photographers for its dramatic sunset views & landscape.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Relaxed rooms & suites in a chic hotel with a restaurant, plus a rooftop pool & bar.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $196 In total

Activities & Food:$163

Transport:$34