7 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Samba, Nature, and Marvels

MARIA NATALIA VELIZ OLIVOS

10 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Rio de Janeiro, where vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and iconic landmarks await. From exploring the depths of AquaRio to gazing at the majestic Christ the Redeemer, this itinerary will immerse you in the heart and soul of this captivating city.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Aquatic Wonders and Futuristic Visions

$62

$ 6

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$48

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$14

Day 2Immersing in Art and Nature at CCBB and Aterro do Flamengo

$ 6

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

49 - 59 min

Directions

Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Discovering Rio's Icons: Forts, Sambadrome, Cathedral, and Selarón Steps

$50

$ 8

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

57 - 69 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

25 - 30 min

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Home of the Rio Carnival renovated to host Olympic & Paralympic archery & the end of the marathon.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

12 - 15 min

Directions

Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Venturing into the Lush Wilderness of Tijuca National Park

$13

$ 4

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

77 - 93 min

Directions

Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

Day 5Sunset Bliss at Arpoador, Madureira Park, and Maracanã

$30

$ 8

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

59 - 71 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

71 - 86 min

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Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$30

Day 6Ascending to Heavenly Heights: Christ the Redeemer and Parque Lage

$74

$ 4

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

86 - 104 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

24 - 36 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 7Botanical Delights and Breathtaking Views: Exploring the Garden and Sugar Loaf

$49

$ 6

Niterói Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

52 - 63 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

20 - 24 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $316 In total

Activities & Food:$277

Transport:$40