Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

HECTOR GUARCONI MACHADO

7 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the rich culture, and savor mouthwatering cuisine. From the majestic Christ the Redeemer to the hidden gems of Niterói, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the City's Treasures

$12

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

18 - 27 min

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European & Brazilian art in the former residence of a Rio businessman, with gardens & city views.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2From Historical Libraries to Majestic Views

$49

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 min

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Regal national library holding a vast & historic collection of rare books, photography & maps.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$33

37 - 45 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Embracing Nature and Art

$24

$ 2

Espaço Vida Saudável Santa Luzia Cinelândia

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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34 - 41 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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18 - 22 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Gardens, Palaces, and Breathtaking Views

$38

$ 2

Uma padaria, bistrô e deli, com pães artesanais, exclusivos, e recheada de produtos de fabricação própria e fresquinhos. Este é o Empório Jardim!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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20 - 30 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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19 - 23 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

21 - 26 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5Exploring Hidden Gems and Cultural Delights

$10

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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11 - 14 min

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Guided tours offered in an ornate, 19th-century palace with a tower & museum exhibits.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Expansive plaza in a revitalized port area with striking modern museums, public art & bay views.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

20 - 24 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

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Free

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6A Journey through History and Culture

$15

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 min

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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 7A Blend of Art, Spirituality, and Scenic Beauty

$29

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 6 min

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Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Church built in the 1600s, with ornate 18th-century gilded carvings lining its nave & chapels.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

61 - 74 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

8 - 12 min

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A Don Carlo's chega a Niterói com um conceito diferenciado, trazendo aos clientes a oportunidade de apreciar a PIZZA GOURMET.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 8Parks, Theaters, and Culinary Delights

$25

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 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

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 9Sushi, Nature, and Pasta

$18

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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48 - 58 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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36 - 44 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $230 In total

Activities & Food:$217

Transport:$14