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Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Julián Andrés Pacheco Martínez

Julián Andrés Pacheco Martínez

27 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Rio de Janeiro, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and mouthwatering cuisine. From the towering Christ the Redeemer to the lush Tijuca National Park, each day promises unforgettable experiences. Indulge in delectable pizzas at Casa do Sardo and Don Carlo's Pizza Gourmet, and savor the succulent churrasco at Eskilo's. Get ready for an extraordinary journey in the Marvelous City!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1Marvels of Faith and History
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$36

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$ 8

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Casa do Sardo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
12 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
20 - 24 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
No time set
Free
Day 2Iconic Landmarks and Culinary Delights
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$101

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$ 6

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$66
42 - 51 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
$13
8 - 12 min

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Apetite Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$6
6 - 9 min

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Restaurante Faraj
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 3Nature's Paradise and Gastronomic Bliss
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$37

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$ 6

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

59 - 71 min

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Tijuca National Park
Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
35 - 42 min

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Massas Bibi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$14
6 - 9 min

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Diferente Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10
Day 4Botanical Wonders and Artistic Enclaves
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$42

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$ 10

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$13
7 - 9 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
$8
13 - 20 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$12
5 - 6 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
$10
31 - 38 min

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Mirante Dona Marta
Cliffside lookout point offering expansive, panoramic views of Rio & the Christ the Redeemer statue.
No time set
Free
Day 5Breathtaking Views and Coastal Charms
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$66

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$ 6

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$36
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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Quiosque Zeronove
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$14
10 - 15 min

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Carmelo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 6Artistic Treasures and Gastronomic Gems
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$55

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$ 8

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$15
8 - 10 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Gohan
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$20
4 - 6 min

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Nova Capela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 7Aquatic Wonders and Artistic Marvels
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$94

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$ 6

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$48
44 - 53 min

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Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$20
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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
6 - 9 min

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Jojola's Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$6
Day 8Futuristic Marvels and Gastronomic Delights
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$48

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$ 4

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$14
1 - 2 min

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Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
12 - 18 min

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Chiktal Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 9Artistic Delights and Cultural Immersion
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$50

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$ 8

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Museu de Arte do Rio
Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$18
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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
11 - 14 min

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Rampinha
Bolinhos e postas de bacalhau, polvo assado, filé à Oswaldo Aranha e mais em casa luso-brasileira tradicional.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$12

Budget breakdown: $586 In total

Activities & Food:$528
Transport:$58