7 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey to Paradise

Intissar Malonga

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Tijuca National Park, indulge in delectable treats at Confeitaria Vilamore, and savor the finest sushi at Sushi Barcellos. Get ready for an unforgettable week filled with cultural wonders, stunning landmarks, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Nature's Oasis and Culinary Delights

$73

$ 6

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

63 - 76 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

43 - 52 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 2Royal Gardens, Cultural Traditions, and Rooftop Views

$50

$ 6

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas

Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 3Artistic Marvels, Historic Landmarks, and Lively Nights

$116

$ 4

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

9 - 14 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 4Presidential History, Waterfront Bliss, and Northern Flavors

$85

$ 4

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Former headquarters of the Republic of Brazil, this site has art, documents, a theater & gardens.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

10 - 15 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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$34

Day 5Coastal Fortress, Botanical Paradise, and Iconic Statue

$139

$ 10

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

26 - 32 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

50 - 60 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$66

30 - 36 min

Directions

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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A Bráz nasceu com o objetivo de resgatar as raízes das receitas italianas e tornou-se referência quando o assunto é pizza em SP, Rio e Campinas.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 6Sunset Bliss, Artistic Enclaves, and Panoramic Views

$112

$ 12

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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31 - 38 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$38

15 - 22 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$36

54 - 65 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Contemporary Art, Imperial Heritage, and Divine Cuisine

$72

$ 6

ibis Copacabana Posto 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

73 - 88 min

Directions

Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

50 - 60 min

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Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Stately church with a mix of baroque & Renaissance styles, featuring bell towers & marble interior.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Budget breakdown: $691 In total

Activities & Food:$646

Transport:$45