Things to Do in Rio De Janeiro

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    Brazilian BBQ Cooking & Drinks Class + Patio Party in Copacabana
    Food, Classes, Small Group Tours, Family Friendly

    Brazilian BBQ Cooking & Drinks Class + Patio Party in Copacabana

    Our two hosts will get all participants to help organize a Brazilian barbecue party. You'll explore world famous Brazilian cuts of meats like Picanha, Cupim and Fraldinha, while making two incredibly Brazilian side dishes that you will want to make it every barbecue: campaign sauce (a richer vinaigrette) and banana toasted farofa. We will also make bottomless caipirinhas and batida de coco (iced coconut licqueur). Our patio's kitchen area is covered so this event can go on even during rain.
    Taste 15+ Exotic Brazilian Fruits on a Guided Market Tour in Rio
    Food, Small Group Tours, Family Friendly

    Taste 15+ Exotic Brazilian Fruits on a Guided Market Tour in Rio

    This experience introduces you to fruits rarely seen outside the country. You’ll sample unique Brazilian varieties such as jabuticaba and graviola, discovering flavors that most visitors never encounter during a typical trip. Guided by a local expert, you’ll learn how these fruits are part of everyday Brazilian life. Hear why the cashew apple appears in regional traditions or how jabuticaba often becomes homemade jams and family recipes passed down through generations. As you explore lively market aisles filled with colorful produce, you’ll experience the true rhythm of local life. Vendors call out, locals gather for their daily shopping, and you’ll be right in the middle of it all, tasting some of Brazil’s most fascinating seasonal fruits.
    Learn Traditional 4 Brazilian Cocktails & 4 Appetizers in Rio
    Food, Classes, Small Group Tours

    Learn Traditional 4 Brazilian Cocktails & 4 Appetizers in Rio

    Join our immersive cocktail class led by a bilingual chef and learn to craft six authentic Brazilian drinks. Over about two hours in our studio, you’ll prepare cocktails step by step while learning techniques you can easily recreate at home. Then we walk two blocks to Ipanema Beach to enjoy the sunset with a drink in hand and the sand under your feet. Many guests call this a “Top 3 Rio experience”, combining great drinks, good company, and one of the city’s most iconic views. Must be 18+ to participate.
    Discover AquaRio Aquarium and Olympic Boulevard - Half-Day Guided Tour
    Animals, Guided Tours, History

    Discover AquaRio Aquarium and Olympic Boulevard - Half-Day Guided Tour

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our tour to AquaRio , the largest aquarium in Latin America! This experience promises fun and education for the whole family as you explore the wonders of marine life. Our friendly guide will ensure you’re comfortably transported to AquaRio, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead. Once we arrive, get ready to dive into the captivating world of AquaRio! Housed in a former cold storage warehouse in the Port Zone, this expansive aquarium spans four floors and a basement , showcasing 8, 000 animals from 350 different species, including majestic sharks , graceful rays , and vibrant fish . As you wander through the aquarium, you’ll have the opportunity to take photos (no flash, please) in stunning areas like the Oceanic and Diving Enclosure , which boasts the largest tank in the aquarium, holding an impressive
    3. 3 million liters of water and reaching depths of seven meters. Our knowledgeable guide will share insights about aquatic life and the critical impact our actions have on marine ecosystems. One of the highlights of your visit will be walking through an underwater tunnel , where you can marvel at the sea life swimming above you. This immersive experience offers a unique sensation that will leave you in awe! After exploring AquaRio, we’ll take a stroll along Olympic Boulevard to appreciate the vibrant urban art that adorns the streets. Don’t miss the chance to see the world’s largest graffiti mural , the Mural das Etnias , created by Brazilian artist Kobra . This colorful piece is a fantastic photo opportunity! At the end of this memorable tour, we’ll return you to your hotel, ensuring you leave with incredible memories of your day. Inclusions: Aquarium ticket Guide Pick-up available from the meeting point. Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Exclusions: Meal Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. The tour operates in all weather conditions. ;Do not forget to bring sunscreen, a camera, sandals, and wear light and comfortable clothing. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
    Romantic

    Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

    Founded in 1808 by King John VI of Portugal, The Botanical Garden shows the diversity of Brazilian and foreign flora. The 140-hectare park lies at the foot of the Corcovado Mountain, far below the right arm of the statue of Christ the Redeemer and contains more than 6, 000 different species of tropical and subtropical plants and trees, including 900 varieties of palm trees. The Garden also houses monuments of historical, artistic and archaeological significance. The Botanical Garden has an important research institute, which develops a wide range of botanical studies in Brazil. Points of interest/ itinerary: The area was defined by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve area. Fountain of the Muses and the avenue of Royal Palms. Victoria Lillies in the Lago Frei Leandro Pond Old Gunpowder Factory Japanese Garden Many Sculptures and Fountains Variety of birds and monkeys Great historical, cultural, scientific and landscaping importance
    Downtown Ancient Rio City Tour
    Guided Tours

    Downtown Ancient Rio City Tour

    We take you on a journey through time. If you enjoy history and culture, this is the perfect tour for you. In this half-day tour, we will visit the Cinelandia Square, a place where we can see the Municipal Theater, the National Library, the National Museum of Fine Arts and the Municipality Chamber of Rio. We will also visit the Praça XV, which can be described as the birthplace of our city. That is the original location of the main harbor where hundreds of people arrived in this country. In the Praça XV we may see the Palácio Tiradentes, the Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro, the Paço Imperial and the Arco dos Teles. We can walk through the Arcos dos Teles to see the small streets and alleys that were once the main market of Rio. We will go through the Arco dos Teles to go to the CCBB and reach the Mosteiro de São Bento, a monastery so beautiful that you will never forget. Inclusions: Guide Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Meal Gratuities Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Please provide hotel name, full names of every passenger, an email address and a phone number. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    AquaRio Tickets - With Transfer
    Animals, Guided Tours

    AquaRio Tickets - With Transfer

    We start with a pick-up at the hotel. This is a 4-hour tour. We invite you to visit AquaRio, the largest aquarium in Latin America. Located in the Zona Portuária (Port Zone), the aquarium occupies a former cold-storage warehouse in an area that spreads over four floors and a basement. It is home to 8, 000 animals of 350 different species, including sharks, sting rays, and fish. Part of the proceeds of the AquaRio goes to research programs in Brazil focused on marine biology, environmental issues, and sustainability. During the tour, we can take pictures (no flash, please) in areas such as the Recinto Oceânico e de Mergulho (Oceanic and Diving Enclosure), the largest tank in the Aquarium holding up to
    3. 3 million liters of water and seven meters in depth. At the same time, we learn a little bit more about aquamarine life and the impact of our actions on their ecosystem. Close to the end of the tour, we pass underneath a tunnel and see the water above us, which gives a unique feeling. This is a memorable experience for the entire family! After the tour inside the museum, we take this opportunity to see the urban street art on the Olympic Boulevard. See the biggest graffiti in the world: the Mural das Etnias from Brazilian artist Kobra. Inclusions: Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Multilingual guide Exclusions: Food Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. The tour operates in all weather conditions. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Angra Dos Reis Tour with Lunch
    Boat Tours, Day Trips

    Angra Dos Reis Tour with Lunch

    The town of Angra dos Reis has been settled in time and time again since the early 1500’s. There are a whole bunch of beautiful old buildings which point back to its colonial past when the town was well known for its port and as an agricultural centre. A schooner boat awaits you at the dock to take you along on a cruise around a fair few of those islands, where you're bound to want to dive in to the sea to have a dip as the enticing turquoise blue waters practically pull you in. After that, you're sure to be a peckish so you'll certainly lap up a delicious lunch where you can pick dishes at the self-service buffet. We are going to embark on the shared schooner excursion as soon as we get to Angra dos Reis. The duration of the schooner ride is about four hours. Angra, which translates to "small bay," is a large series of bays and islets. During the tour, we make stops at several locations where we can swim, take in the stunning islands, unwind in the clear water, and observe how they contrast with the lush hues of the Atlantic rain forest . We frequently make stops at Praia de Japariz, Freguesia de Santana, Lagoa Azul, and Ilha de Cataguases . We may be fortunate enough to observe some turtles and a large number of fish. Throughout the day, we stop for a buffet lunch. Then, we return to the land vehicle to go back to Rio. Inclusions: Buffet lunch Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Boat Ride Pick-up available from the meeting point. Exclusions: Snorkel equipment Dessert Local taxes Drinks Important Info: We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, camera, swimwear, towel, sun cream and a cap.;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    The Best of Rio de Janeiro and Sunset in Sugarloaf
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    The Best of Rio de Janeiro and Sunset in Sugarloaf

    Spend an afternoon visiting Rio's most incredible sights on a tour that shows off the great views and grand attractions around Guanabara Bay. Your guide brings you to all prime landmarks: Christ The Redeemer, Metropolitan Cathedral, Selarón Steps, and Sugarloaf Mountain - along with vantage points on the mountains that stand over the city's most famous scenery. The tour begins with a ride from your hotel to Corcovado, the 2, 329-foot-tall (710-m) mountain famous for the colossal statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World at its summit. After the drive through the Tijuca Forest that covers most of the mountain, admire the wonderful landscape around you from a viewpoint at the statue's feet. Next, your guide takes you to the iconic Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro and the Selarón Steps, whose tiles of vivid colors take on a warm glow in the evening sun. Finish with a cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, where you get one of the city's most beautiful panoramic views and a chance to admire the sunset before you head back to your hotel. Languages English, Spanish and Portuguese (trilingual guide) Inclusions: Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels Guide Exclusions: Meal Important Info: We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. ;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Children between 0 to 3 years old go free, however must present ID and must travel on the lap of their parents. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Discover Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch - Full-Day Tour
    Boat Tours, Day Trips

    Discover Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch - Full-Day Tour

    Discover Buzios, a city of natural beauties and unique climate that harmonizes simplicity and sophistication. Includes roundtrip transportation from Rio de Janeiro, boat (schooner) ride, buffet lunch and time to walk in the Downtown area. Begin the 12-hour tour with a drive from Rio de Janeiro to the city of Armação dos Buzios, located on a peninsula on the north coast of Rio de Janeiro. Arriving in Buzios, take a boat (schooner) ride through some of the best beaches in the region. Visit the beaches of João Fernandes, Ilha Feia (Ugly Island) and Praia da Tartaruga (Turtle Beach), with stops for diving. After the boat trip, stroll along Orla Bardot, where you will find the statue of Brigitte Bardot, renowned French actress who in 1964 escaped the paparazzi and went on vacation in the city. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch at a buffet restaurant. After lunch, use your free time exploring the charming Rua das Pedras (Stone Street) - the most famous street in Buzios - and its shops, bars and restaurants Admire the charming and bucolic atmosphere of a former fishing village that has adopted tourism as one of its main activities and has become one of the most visited cities in Brazil. Return to Rio de Janeiro. Inclusions: Guide Buffet lunch Pick-up from selected hotels Exclusions: Drinks Diving equipment Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Christ the Redeemer by Minivan and Rio de Janeiro Half Day City Tour
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, History, Small Group Tours

    Christ the Redeemer by Minivan and Rio de Janeiro Half Day City Tour

    Embark on this half-day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with a tour guide. Starting with hotel pickup, we take you to visit the Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue going through the Paineiras route. The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes ahead. The statue stands 710 meters tall and from this point, you have sweeping views of the city. We keep going and we stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Arcos da Lapa with the traditional Selarón Steps. Then, we stop by the Sambadrome and the Maracanã Stadium to take some pictures on the outside. At the end, we take you back to your hotel. Languages English, Spanish and Portuguese Inclusions: Christ the Redeemer Statue entrance fee Guide Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Lunch Maracana Stadium entrance fee Important Info: Please note that for organisational reasons, the order of the sites visited may change, but all cities in the itinerary will be visited. ;We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year Don't forget to bring sun cream on and wear comfortable clothing. ;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Helicopter Ride over Rio de Janeiro - From 2 people
    Guided Tours, Outdoors

    Helicopter Ride over Rio de Janeiro - From 2 people

    This is an unforgettable experience! It is a 30-minute helicopter ride flying over the top highlights of our city. Marvel at the beauty of the Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf Mountain, and the famous beaches of Rio, such as Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana. Take a chance to see Rio from a different perspective. Revel in the prospect of taking amazing pictures. Enjoy the safety and the expertise of a certified pilot. Relax at the conform of having a transfer service with a professional driver. Benefit from a transfer service that takes you from your hotel to meet the pilot. After the helicopter ride is over, the driver is waiting for you to take you back to your hotel. Minimum of 02 people required. If we do not have the minimum of 02 people, we reserve the right to reschedule the tour or cancel it with refund. Roundtrip transfer and helicopter ride included. Inclusions: Drop off at the hotel. Pick-up available from the hotel. Exclusions: Food Drinks Important Info: Please provide hotel name, full names of every passenger, an email address and a phone number. A minimum of 2 people are required to organise the tour. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Christ the Redeemer Statue and Panoramic City Tour - Half-Day Tour
    Day Trips, Guided Tours

    Christ the Redeemer Statue and Panoramic City Tour - Half-Day Tour

    After being picked up from your hotel, discover some of the city's most famous monuments and also observe its natural beauty from above. The tour starts with a panoramic tour, passing by the Sambódromo, famous for the Rio de Janeiro Carnival and the Metropolitan Cathedral, where Pope Francis, as Archbishop Jorge Bergoglio, used to perform mass before assuming office in the Vatican in
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    Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer by Train and City Tour
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer by Train and City Tour

    Spend a morning visiting some of Rio de Janeiro’s best attractions. Begin with a train ride to see the Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, followed by a panoramic (external) visit to the Maracanã stadium and additional stops at the Sambódromo (Sambadrome), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Selarón Steps. Get picked up from one of the hotels in the South Zone of Rio and drive up to the Cosme Velho station in order to catch the Corcovado Train. The train ride through tropical forest takes about 20 minutes from ground level the top of Corcovado Mountain, where you will reach the Christ the Redeemer Statue - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Once you're back at sea level, drive past the legendary Maracanã soccer stadium (external visit) and head to Sambódromo, the location of Rio's exciting Carnaval. Pay a visit to the distinctive Metropolitan Cathedral, a modern structure that takes influence from Mayan pyramids. Check out the brightly colored tiles of the world-famous Selarón Steps, one of Rio's most distinctive landmarks. Conclude the tour with an exquisitely beautiful panorama of Rio de Janeiro. Languages English, Spanish and Portuguese (trilingual guide) Inclusions: Guide Tickets Drop off at the hotel. Pick-up available from the hotel. Exclusions: Meal Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Children between 0 to 3 years old go free, however must present ID and must travel on the lap of their parents. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Samba Show & Transfer with Dinner Option
    Food, Guided Tours, Nightlife

    Samba Show & Transfer with Dinner Option

    Experience the biggest and most traditional show of authentic Brazilian music. We will go to a theater to discover why Brazil is known as the country of samba in an unforgettable evening. We will see professional dancers performing to the sound of the most famous Brazilian rhythms such as Lambada, Carimbó, Xaxado, Forró, Frevo, Maculelê, Capoeira, Orixás Dance, Boleadeiras, Bossa Nova, Samba de Gafieira, the famous Carnaval and much more! We will be seated to watch an enchanting show with lights, colors and music that promises to involve and thrill! If you prefer, you can choose the dinner option and we'll take you to a churrascaria before the show. In this option we take you to taste the best Brazilian barbecue. Transport: Modality without Dinner : Pick - up at
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