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Discover the Marvels of Rio de Janeiro

Laura Camargo

Laura Camargo

13 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the rich culture, and indulge in breathtaking natural beauty.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$120

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$ 12

Copacabana Fort
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$38
36 - 44 min

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Museu da República (Palácio do Catete)
Former headquarters of the Republic of Brazil, this site has art, documents, a theater & gardens.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$38
10 - 12 min

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Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$45
Day 2
+

$60

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$ 12

Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
8:00 AM - 9:00 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)
Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
40 - 48 min

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$60
Day 3
+

$333

·

$ 6

Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$23
67 - 100 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$198
40 - 48 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$113
Day 4
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$38

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$ 6

Instituto Moreira Salles
Contemporary site with landscaped grounds, offering exhibits, films, music & other cultural events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
52 - 63 min

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Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$38
Day 5
+

$165

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$ 12

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$38
33 - 40 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
$90
57 - 69 min

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Museu Aeroespacial
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
Day 6
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$38

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$ 12

Parque Madureira
Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
47 - 57 min

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National Museum of Brazil
Massive science museum with exhibits on zoology, archaeology, geology, paleontology & anthropology.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$38
10 - 12 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 7
+

$53

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$ 12

Museum of Astronomy and Related Sciences
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Museu de Arte do Rio
Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$53
Day 8
+

$186

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$ 6

AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$144
11 - 14 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$42

Budget breakdown: $1065 In total

Activities & Food:$992
Transport:$73