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10 Things To Do In Rio de Janeiro

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The 10 most popular things to do in Rio de Janeiro. From Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf to favela walks, beaches and samba nights, the experiences worth your time.

10 Things To Do In Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch

Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch - Christ the Redeemer and the Tijuca Forest Drive

1.Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch

Most Popular★ 4.4

A smart 8-hour Rio highlights loop with hotel pickup, Christ and Sugarloaf views, Selarón Steps, Maracanã/Sambadrome lessons, and lunch.

“JOAO & JULIO the guide & driver were excellent. I cannot say enough good about them. The lunch was okay but so crowded it was hard to eat when faced with limited time. The food was decent for sure. The pickup seemed endless. So the first 1 1/2 hours was spent on pickup at the…”

5,157 reviews8 hoursFrom $130by Rio Carioca Tours & Service

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Christ the Redeemer Entry Ticket by Corcovado Train

Christ the Redeemer Entry Ticket by Corcovado Train - Museum and Visitors Center: More Than a Detour

Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide - The van ride: a 30-minute transition that helps you prepare

3.Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

★ 4.8

Walk with a local guide through Rocinha for a respectful, educational view of daily life in Rio, with Copacabana and Ipanema pickup.

“This was awesome. One of the highlights of our time in Rio, without a doubt. Fascinating to see how people in the favelas lived. Our guide, Bruno was excellent, too. Would 100% recommend this to anyone.”

3,052 reviews2 - 3 hoursFrom $36by Favela Walking Tour

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Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch - Corcovado to Christ the Redeemer: Train vs Van Options

4.Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

★ 4.5

A full Rio day: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf by cable car, Selarón Steps, Maracanã and Sambódromo views, plus BBQ lunch for $69.

“We had a fabulous day trip and so pleased we booked this particular tour. Our tour guide Newton looked after us so well making sure he pointed out all the places of interest, explaining the history and also making sure we got the best places for photos. Our barbecue buffet lunch was amazing. So many…”

2,428 reviews8 - 9 hoursFrom $69by C2RIO TOURS & TRAVEL

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Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour - Walking Rocinha Instead of Jeeping: What You Learn When You Move Slowly

5.Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

★ 4.7

Walk Rocinha with local guides, hear real stories, learn the history behind the stereotypes, and see Rio from high viewpoints.

“The tour with Alberto — a guide who has lived and grown up in the favela for over 60 years — was absolutely fantastic. From the very beginning, we felt completely safe and well taken care of. We visited areas considered difficult, where gangs are present, yet at no point did we feel unsafe or…”

2,272 reviews3 hoursFrom $35by LOCAL55 TRAVEL

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Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour - Lagoa Azul on Ilha Grande: Clear Water, Easy Swimming, Great Color

6.Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

★ 4.6

Rio day trip to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with lagoon swims, quiet beaches, sea-view lunch, and a bilingual guide.

“An absolutely amazing day trip! The Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande tour was one of the highlights of our stay in Rio. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, beautiful small islands, and relaxing stops for swimming and snorkeling — exactly as described. Everything was well organized, the transfer was punctual, and the staff were friendly and helpful.…”

1,673 reviews14 hoursFrom $77by RJ TURISMO

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Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema

Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema - Meeting at Samba Fit: Getting Oriented Without Stress

7.Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema

★ 4.9

Beginner samba lesson in Ipanema with Samba Fit. Learn basic steps in 1 hour, try carnival costumes, and get photos/videos. $25.

“Gabby did a great job teaching us to Samba! She was very patient and took it nice and slow then worked us up to full speed for the combinations. It was also really cool to be able to try on some of the Samba costumes at the end of class. She also took lots of…”

1,071 reviews1 hourFrom $25by samba fit

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour - From Marina da Glória to the boat Chama: start-up made simple

8.Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

★ 4.8

A small-group Rio sunset sail in Guanabara Bay with skyline views, caipirinhas, beer, sparkling wine, and snacks—plus optional swim time.

“The sailing trip was wonderful! And the reason for that is Clarissa made it fabulous for us! She communicated with us when we had delayed flights and arranged for us to take the sail a couple of days later. We were thrilled as we were really excited about the sailing experience in Rio. The boat…”

994 reviews3 hoursFrom $75by DDRio - Dream Destination Rio

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Rio: Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba

Rio: Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba - Meeting at Av. Mem de Sá, 110 and getting oriented fast

9.Rio: Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba

★ 4.7

A 4-hour Lapa pub crawl with cachaça tasting, a free caipirinha by the Arcos, Selarón photos, live samba, and a DJ nightclub finish.

“Our guide Nayara was wonderful in showing us around the nightlife in Lapa. Felt totally safe in her company and she showed us a few Samba steps but I unfortunately have 2 left feet!”

881 reviews4 hoursFrom $33by Caipi Tours

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Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour - Parque Lage in Tijuca National Park: rainforest right where the city starts

10.Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour

★ 4.7

A smart 7-hour Rio loop with early **Christ the Redeemer**, **Tijuca rainforest** views at Parque Lage, Selarón Steps, and Centro culture.

“I would like to say thank you for a welcomed and well detailed tour from Ricardo. I have been around the world and I can still remember the detailed he shared with us on the tour and how he remembered our names considering we were all from different countries. This was a tour to remember,…”

857 reviews7 hoursFrom $68by LOCAL55 TRAVEL

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