Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Overview

Explore the best of Rio de Janeiro in one day with this comprehensive tour that includes visits to iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a downtown restaurant and take advantage of the experience of a bilingual guide who shares valuable information about the city. Admire the colorful Selarón Staircase and stop for photos at Maracana Stadium, Metropolitan Cathedral and Sambadrome. Ideal for those who have little time and want to optimize their visit to this vibrant city. - Pick up from hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblón and downtown. - Includes tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf - Buffet lunch in a local restaurant. - Approximate duration of 8 hours, with certified professional guide

What's included

Day by day

1. 01

   Stop 1

   One of the new seven wonders of the world and undisputed symbol of Rio and all of Brazil. The experience of being next to Christ and enjoying the panoramic views from the Morro del Corcovado is simply unforgettable.

2. 02

   Stop 2

   At 396 meters high, this iconic nose offers some of the most stunning views of the city. The ascent and descent is done through modern cable cars.

3. 03

   Stop 3

   Visit the colorful tiles of the Selarón Staircase located in the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa. This outdoor work by Chilean artist Jorge Selarón, is one of the most colorful and photographed corners of Rio. Artists like U2, Snoop Dogg and many others have chosen this location to shoot video clips.

4. 04

   Stop 4

   An imposing temple of modernist architecture, with conical shape, 96 meters in internal diameter and a height of 75 meters. Its design is inspired by the Central American pyramids.

5. 05

   Stop 5

   Every year the traditional Samba Schools parade here during the most famous and crowded Carnival in the world.

6. 06

   Stop 6

   Photo stop in front of the facade of the mythical stadium, birthplace of great moments of world football. (You do not enter the stadium.) Important : on matchdays, this visit is omitted for traffic and safety reasons.

Getting there

About Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, also known simply as Rio, is the capital and largest city of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is the second-largest city in Brazil after São Paulo, and the largest by international tourists. It has a population of 6 million in the city proper, and 13 million people in its metropolitan area as of 2025. It is also the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas.

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Where to stay