RIO DE JANEIRO
The standout days in Rio de Janeiro.
The 15 most popular city tours in Rio de Janeiro. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
Backstage at Rio’s Samba City: tour Grande Rio’s costume and float workshops, try authentic costumes, learn samba, and end with caipirinhas.
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Private Rio tour with a guide and car pickup. Customize your day from Copacabana to viewpoints, plus optional paid entrances.
Half-day Rio tour with hotel pickup, Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer views, Tijuca Forest ride, Maracanã walk, Sambadrome and Selarón Steps.
Petrópolis Imperial City day trip from Rio: palace, cathedral, royal jewels, German-style architecture and optional beer tastings.
A 2-hour hop-on hop-off bus in Rio that links Copacabana, Sugarloaf, Lapa, and Christ the Redeemer with guide talk and onboard music.
Explore Petrópolis from Rio on a guided day trip with Imperial sights, lunch buffet, and Bohemia brewery visit with 3 beer tastings.
“When we made the reservation, there were at least two pick-up options right next to our hotel in Leblon (a very popular location). But after the purchase, we were told the nearest pick-up point was actually 2.2 km away, and at a very early hour in the morning. This wouldn’t have been a problem if…”
A private 3-hour Centro walking tour through Rio’s key landmarks, from the Opera House to Paço Imperial, with flexible history stops.
“Amazing tour in Centro! Danielle was a super guide who took us through Rio’s exciting history and architechture over the past 200 years. Highly recommended!”
A full-day Rio highlights tour packing Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf, lunch, and classic downtown photo stops into one guided 9-hour run.
“Long day but worth it. Our guide had lots of information to share. We were a group of 20. The only downside was that sitting in the very back of the bus we couldn’t really see any of the scenery and had a hard time hearing the guide.”
A 4-hour Old Rio walking tour with hotel pickup: São Bento, Paço Imperial, Candelária, Mauá Square Olympic legacy, and the Metropolitan Cathedral.
“Unfortunately, not enough people signed up for the tour and it was cancelled. HOWEVER, the communication between the operator and Viator was seamless, and the tour was refunded with kind apologies. Tourism is full of moving parts, and sometimes things just happen. I must admit I was disappointed, however given the opportunity to revisit, will…”
Rio in 5 hours by train and bus—Corcovado to Christ, Selarón Steps, Sambódromo views, Maracanã, and Cathedral.
Private bilingual Rio transfer with name-sign pickup, flight tracking, and a comfortable ride to your hotel or next stop, up to 3 people.
“Cezar was great!! He was on-time, friendly, and got us there safe. I would totally use this service again!!!”
A 5-hour Rio city highlights tour by small van: Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Santa Teresa, Selarón steps, plus views and cathedral insights.
“This was a wonderful fantastic tour— punctual pick up— courteous tour operator— very informative- the best”
A small-group 5-hour Rio tour combining Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Stairs, the Sambadrome, Tijuca Forest, and Maracanã.
“Very nice everything and excellent predisposition by guide Marcio. He was able to transmit all his extensive knowledge to the group, being able to express himself using his native language as well as Spanish. A genius guide Marcio👏🏻. The tour was very beautiful and the Christ impressive.Auto-translated”
Tour Petrópolis from Rio for imperial sights, museum time, photo stops, and a free buffet lunch. Smooth transfer, long but worthwhile.
“A well-organized full-day tour of Petropolis with a professional and friendly team. Great sights, smooth transportation, and an informative guide. Highly recommended.”
See Rio’s top icons in one day: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf cable car, Maracanã area, Carnival sites, Cathedral, Selarón steps, plus lunch.
“It was an awesome experience with Carolina! Timing at each site was just nice. She was knowledgeable and friendly. Well recommended!”
From Corcovado to Copacabana, and every way to see the city in between.
