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Rio de Janeiro Adventure: 5-Day Itinerary

Sonya Delay

Sonya Delay

12 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Discover breathtaking views, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Brazil. Join us for an epic 5-day adventure!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$42

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$ 6

Pedra do Arpoador
Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Copacabana Fort
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
21 - 26 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
13 - 20 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
7 - 9 min

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Empório Jardim
Uma padaria, bistrô e deli, com pães artesanais, exclusivos, e recheada de produtos de fabricação própria e fresquinhos. Este é o Empório Jardim!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
33 - 40 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$43

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$ 2

La Bicyclette
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
12 - 18 min

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Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
32 - 39 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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Cais do Oriente
Restaurante com cardápio variado e refinado, ocupa antigo armazém de decoração rústica e estrutura aparente.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
6 - 9 min

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Filet e Folhas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 3
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$72

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$ 4

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 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
9 - 11 min

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Pizzaria ICRJ
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
9 - 14 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$38
34 - 51 min

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Gaia Art & Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 4
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$116

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$ 4

Café e Restaurante Gracioso
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Museu de Arte do Rio
Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$18
51 - 62 min

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Christ the Redeemer
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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$66
30 - 36 min

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Domenica Pizzaria Artesanal
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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Cake & Co
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 5
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$34

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$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
16 - 20 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
43 - 52 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Casa do Sardo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $325 In total

Activities & Food:$306
Transport:$19