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Recommended activities in Rio de Janeiro

Tours & day trips

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Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 595 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $90 per adult
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History & culture

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A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!

A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $187 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 25 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $61 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Rainforest

Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Rainforest

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $98 per adult*
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Cruises & boat tours

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Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 71 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $69 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

Copacabana Beach

4.5/5(96 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Copacabana Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Copacabana Beach
Ipanema Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(45 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Ipanema Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

Ipanema Beach
Corcovado showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(80 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Rio de Janeiro during your trip to a top site like Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro sightseeing tours & attractions