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Discover the Marvels of Rio de Janeiro: A 4-Day Adventure

Raquel Santa Cruz

21 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking landmarks, and stunning beaches. Join us for an action-packed 4-day itinerary that will leave you in awe.

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Viator

Day 1

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$87

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$ 6

Uniko

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

4 - 6 min

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Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 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.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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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.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Gohan

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

3 - 4 min

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Escadaria Selarón

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car

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

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$56

Day 2

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$139

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$ 9

Chez Regina

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

37 - 45 min

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Christ the Redeemer

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$99

34 - 41 min

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Ipanema Beach

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Apetite Café

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$9

8 - 11 min

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Copacabana Fort

Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$19

Day 3

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$127

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$ 9

Bibi Sucos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

3 - 4 min

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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

25 - 30 min

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Royal Portuguese Reading Room

Neo-Manueline-style library with ornate decor & a vast collection of volumes by Portuguese authors.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$19

9 - 11 min

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Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$21

8 - 10 min

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AquaRio

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$72

Day 4

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$54

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$ 3

Café e Restaurante Gracioso

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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Museu do Amanhã

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$21

8 - 12 min

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Pedra do Sal

Small plaza known for its popular weekly samba parties & rustic stands selling drinks.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Casa do Sardo

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista

Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $431 In total

Activities & Food:$406

Transport:$26