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Rio de Janeiro: A 3-Day Adventure

Gaby Stefy

Gaby Stefy

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 3-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the rich culture, and soak up the breathtaking views. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$30

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$ 4

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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$30
17 - 21 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$58

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$ 4

Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
18 - 22 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$38
Day 3
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$95

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$ 2

Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
43 - 52 min

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Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
21 - 32 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$183
Transport:$10