8 Days in Rio: A Journey of Sights, Tastes, and Adventure

Gisela Paola Cruz

28 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and explore breathtaking landmarks. From iconic attractions like Christ the Redeemer to hidden gems like Museu do Amanhã, this itinerary has it all. Get ready for an exhilarating journey through the Marvelous City!

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Culinary Delights and Architectural Wonders

$168

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$21

12 - 15 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

8 - 11 min

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Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.

No time set

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.

No time set

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$72

13 - 16 min

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Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.

No time set

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$45

Day 2Art, Culture, and Pizza Paradise

$51

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 6 min

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Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

8 - 12 min

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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

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Day 3Coffee, Museums, and Lively Streets

$85

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

4 - 6 min

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Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$26

13 - 16 min

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18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$21

8 - 11 min

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Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$23

Day 4Gardens, Forts, and Gastronomic Delights

$71

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

8 - 11 min

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Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$19

25 - 30 min

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Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

13 - 20 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 5Nature's Beauty and Scenic Views

$93

$ 3

Uma padaria, bistrô e deli, com pães artesanais, exclusivos, e recheada de produtos de fabricação própria e fresquinhos. Este é o Empório Jardim!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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20 - 30 min

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Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$11

21 - 26 min

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Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$54

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$21

Day 6Gelato, Parks, and Stunning Landscapes

$45

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

7 - 10 min

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Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Fine Dining, Landmarks, and Local Hangouts

$150

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$21

38 - 46 min

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Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$99

89 - 107 min

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Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 8Farewell to Rio: Last Tastes and Memories

Budget breakdown: $693 In total

Activities & Food:$662

Transport:$31