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5 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Pia Gutierrez

Pia Gutierrez

28 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day itinerary to Rio de Janeiro, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer, and Maracanã. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this Brazilian city and discover hidden gems like Parque Lage and Escadaria Selarón. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$23

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$ 1

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
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$4
21 - 26 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
Day 2
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$38

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$ 1

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
41 - 50 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$31
Day 3
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$15

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$ 1

AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
19 - 23 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$10

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
Day 5
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$13

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$ 1

Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
10 - 12 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
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Free

Budget breakdown: $102 In total

Activities & Food:$98
Transport:$4