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4 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Cristian Flores Retamal

Cristian Flores Retamal

18 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro through this 4-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks like AquaRio, Escadaria Selarón, and Christ the Redeemer. Indulge in delicious meals at Recanto dos Sabores, Gohan, Casa do Sardo, and more. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Day 1
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$136

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$ 8

Recanto dos Sabores
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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AquaRio
Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$96
18 - 22 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Gohan
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$32
Day 2
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$56

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$ 4

Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$28
16 - 20 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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$12
Day 3
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$255

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$ 8

Gurume
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
15 - 22 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
37 - 45 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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$132
33 - 40 min

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Guacamole Cocina Mexicana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
Day 4
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$144

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$ 8

Os Renatos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
12 - 17 min

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Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$60
22 - 27 min

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Parque Lage
Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
9 - 11 min

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La Bicyclette
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
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.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $618 In total

Activities & Food:$591
Transport:$27