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Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Adriana Estigarribia

Adriana Estigarribia

11 Dec 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Discover iconic landmarks, soak up the sun on stunning beaches, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the Marvelous City!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1Mountains, Forts, and Sushi Delights
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$392

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$ 28

Shirley
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$66
20 - 24 min

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Sugarloaf Mountain
This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$108
33 - 40 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
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$38
8 - 12 min

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Apetite Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$90
8 - 12 min

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Pedra do Arpoador
Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba
Walking paths wind through this vast, tree- & plant-filled park featuring sculptures & scenic views.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Vista Chinesa
Belvedere at 380m featuring a 1903, Chinese-style pavilion with views of the mountains, city & sea.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Sushi yaki
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$90
Day 2Beaches, Parks, and Cable Car Thrills
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$329

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$ 17

BB Lanches
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$48
7 - 10 min

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Mirante do Leblon
Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 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
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$23
20 - 24 min

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Pão & Companhia
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$72
5 - 8 min

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Copacabana Beach
Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$108
17 - 26 min

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Dois em Cena
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$78
Day 3Mexican Cuisine, Christ the Redeemer, and Sweeping Views
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$504

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$ 17

Restaurante e Wiskeria Le Coin Ii
Fundado em 1983, o Restaurante Le Coin destaca-se pela cozinha refinada com pratos nacionais e internacionais, que conquista o paladar de clientes.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$78
4 - 6 min

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Praia do Leblon
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$114
38 - 46 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$198
16 - 20 min

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Mirante Dona Marta
Cliffside lookout point offering expansive, panoramic views of Rio & the Christ the Redeemer statue.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
84 - 126 min

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Cake & Co
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$114
Day 4Cultural Delights, Theaters, and Historical Squares
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$408

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$ 6

Rotisseria Sírio Libaneza
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$72
9 - 14 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$45
14 - 21 min

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Aspargus
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$114
3 - 4 min

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Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro
Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$75
12 - 18 min

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Praça XV de Novembro
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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L'Atelier du Cuisinier
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$102
5 - 8 min

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Praça Mauá
Expansive plaza in a revitalized port area with striking modern museums, public art & bay views.
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Nordestino Traditions, Lively Arcos da Lapa, and Artistic Wonders
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$252

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$ 17

Sabor da Quinta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$48
9 - 14 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária
Stately church with a mix of baroque & Renaissance styles, featuring bell towers & marble interior.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Cais do Oriente
Restaurante com cardápio variado e refinado, ocupa antigo armazém de decoração rústica e estrutura aparente.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$72
3 - 4 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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$60
8 - 12 min

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Don Carlo's Pizza Gourmet
A Don Carlo's chega a Niterói com um conceito diferenciado, trazendo aos clientes a oportunidade de apreciar a PIZZA GOURMET.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$72
Day 6Gastronomic Delights, Museums, and Historic Monuments
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$335

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$ 17

Restaurante Salete
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$78
11 - 14 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$53
4 - 6 min

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Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$114
8 - 12 min

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Mosteiro de São Bento
Church built in the 1600s, with ornate 18th-century gilded carvings lining its nave & chapels.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Paço Imperial
Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Parque das Ruínas
Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Gohan
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$90
Day 7Pizza, Parks, and Botanical Beauty
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$254

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$ 17

Pizzaria e Pastelaria Lux
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
18 - 22 min

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Parque Madureira
Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
56 - 68 min

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Praia da Barra da Tijuca
Wide, bustling stretch of sand lined with food kiosks, open sea views & a relaxing vibe.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Yumê
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$72
9 - 14 min

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Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$38
13 - 20 min

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La Bicyclette
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84
Day 8Snack Bars, National Parks, and Sushi Feasts
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$260

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$ 12

Grajau's Snack Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$54
43 - 52 min

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Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
43 - 52 min

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Confeitaria Vilamore
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$84
11 - 16 min

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Sushi Barcellos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84

Budget breakdown: $2860 In total

Activities & Food:$2732
Transport:$129