Things to do in Rio de Janeiro
Sugarloaf Mountain53 optionsMuseums11 optionsMaracanã Stadium Tours23 optionsHelicopter Rio8 optionsCity Tour Petrópolis8 optionsCity Tour Rio de Janeiro12 optionsBoat Tour Rio de Janeiro8 optionsWalking Tour Rio de Janeiro67 optionsJeep Tour Rio12 optionsAquario Tours10 optionsSanta Teresa Tours29 optionsRio de Janeiro Airport Transfer14 options
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Corcovado & Sugarloaf Tour: Cable car, Christ statue, lunchStart your day in Rio de Janeiro with a local guide leading you up Corcovado Mountain to Christ the Redeemer, ride cable cars to Sugarloaf Mountain, enjoy a lively barbecue lunch in Copacabana, and explore colorful city landmarks like Selarón Steps. You’ll feel Rio’s energy in every stop — moments you’ll carry home long after.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Helicopter TourYou board a helicopter and spend the flight watching Rio's landmarks pass below — Christ the Redeemer at close range, then the curve of Ipanema and Leblon, the Botanical Garden, and the lagoon. You don't arrange transport to the helipad or worry about entry fees; everything's included. Confirm your time 24 hours ahead, and the flight goes as scheduled.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's landmarks from the air without arranging separate transport or paying extra fees — the helicopter does the work of covering the whole coastline in one flight, and everything's priced upfront.
Rocinha Jeep Tour Rio de Janeiro: Convertible ride through favelaA three-hour jeep tour of Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro's largest favela, in a convertible vehicle with a professional guide in your chosen language. You ride to the highest point of the community for panoramic views of Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon; walk through the alleys and local market; watch a live capoeira performance by local children and teenagers; and meet artisans selling handmade work. Pickup is included from your chosen zone—Porto Wharf, the South Zone, or Barra da Tijuca—and passenger insurance covers the ride.Is it for me?Book from Porto Wharf if you're docked there and want to use your port time efficiently; choose the South Zone pickup if you're staying in Copacabana or Ipanema and prefer not to arrange separate transport; pick Barra da Tijuca if that's where your hotel is. The three-hour window and included pickup mean the logistics are settled before you arrive, so the morning or afternoon slot fits around the rest of your Rio plans without negotiation.
Private Jeep Tour in Tijuca Forest: 360° Views & Waterfall HikeA private jeep tour in Tijuca Forest near Rio de Janeiro for up to four people, combining an easy 40-minute hike to Pedra Bonita with a waterfall swim and a hidden cave visit, led by a trilingual guide with environmental expertise. The itinerary is fully customized to your pace—relaxed with easy-access stops or more adventurous with deeper forest hikes. Trekking poles, headlamps and drone photography are included; the tour runs 5 to 6 hours.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so your group follows the commentary comfortably in whichever language you choose. The itinerary is fully customized—you decide whether you want a relaxed afternoon hitting easy-access spots or a more immersive forest experience with longer hikes—so the day fits your energy and interests, not a fixed schedule.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Day TourYou’ll ride through Tijuca Forest up to Christ the Redeemer, take in city views from Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car, wander Selarón Steps’ mosaic colors, and pause at Maracanã Stadium and Rio’s cathedral—all with a local guide and lunch in Copacabana included. Expect lively moments mixed with quiet ones that stay with you long after.
Rio Speedboat Sunset Tour: Sugarloaf, Urca & Red Beach BeerIf you want to see Rio from a different angle—far from crowded beaches—this speedboat tour is it. You’ll catch sunset views of Sugarloaf Mountain, swim at Red Beach, sip cold beer with locals and travelers alike, and leave with photos (and memories) most tourists miss.
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: Private Car & City InsightsYou get picked up at arrivals with your name on a sign, driven safely to any hotel or flat in Rio's metropolitan area in a private, air-conditioned car, and given practical advice on safety, food, shopping and what to do on your own — all in your language. The driver waits for you at the terminal, so you don't negotiate a fare at the curb or figure out the public transport system after a flight.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Rio and want to reach your hotel without arranging transport, negotiating a fare at the curb, or figuring out the public system after a flight — the driver handles the route and the timing, and you arrive knowing a bit about the city already.
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Private TourYou get picked up at your hotel, skip the line at Christ the Redeemer via the Corcovado train, ride the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain in two stages, and choose how to spend the remaining hours—all with entry fees and transport included. The private guide and air-conditioned vehicle mean no group waits or shared stops, and you confirm pickup time when you book.Is it for me?Book this if you're new to Rio and want the two main landmarks plus flexibility without arranging transport and tickets separately—the private guide and included entry fees mean you skip the logistics and spend your time looking around instead.
Sugarloaf Mountain Rio: Fast-Pass & Cable Car TourYou skip the entry line with a fast-pass ticket, ride two cable cars with a professional guide, and reach the 1,295-foot summit overlooking Copacabana Beach and Guanabara Bay. The guided portion lasts about an hour, but you're free to stay longer and explore the top on your own time after the tour ends.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Sugarloaf Mountain's summit views without spending time in the entry queue — the fast-pass and guide handle both the logistics and the navigation, leaving you free to absorb the view.
Rio de Janeiro: Iconic City Tour with Local Guide & LunchYou’ll explore Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights in a single day: Christ the Redeemer’s sweeping views, vibrant Selarón Steps, lush Tijuca Forest, and Sugarloaf Mountain at sunset. With a local guide sharing stories along the way and a hearty buffet lunch included, you’ll experience moments you’ll remember long after you leave Rio.
Niterói: MAC Museum & Santa Cruz Fortress Private TourYou visit the Oscar Niemeyer-designed MAC museum with its 1,217-work contemporary art collection, explore the 17th-century Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress overlooking Guanabara Bay, and take in panoramic views from Parque da Cidade. Museum entry and private air-conditioned transport are included. The whole day stays in Niterói, across the bay from Rio, so you avoid the crowds and set your own pace.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Niterói's art and history without arranging separate transport and tickets—the private vehicle and included museum entry mean you move at your own pace and skip the logistics.
Pedra da Gavea Hike: Guided Summit Adventure in RioIf you’re up for a real challenge and want to see Rio from above, this hike is unforgettable. You’ll climb through lush forest, tackle a rope section with help from an expert guide, and stand on one of the city’s highest points.
Lapa Rio: Nightlife Tour & Club Entry with Private TransportYou get picked up and driven through Lapa's main nightlife spots, seeing the Aqueduct and learning which clubs are playing what. Your club entry ticket is included, so you skip the door line and stay the night dancing. Private transport means no navigating dark streets or hunting for cabs between venues.Is it for me?Book this if you want to experience Lapa's nightlife without figuring out which clubs are open, navigating dark streets alone, or negotiating entry at the door — the private transport and included ticket remove all the friction between arriving and actually dancing.
Rio de Janeiro: GIG Airport to Buzios Private TransferYou get picked up at Rio Galeao airport and driven directly to your Buzios accommodation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi. The price is fixed before arrival, the driver meets you at arrivals, and a support team is available around the clock if anything changes. No negotiation, no surprises, just a straightforward ride to the coast.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing at GIG without a rental car and heading straight to Buzios — the fixed price and fixed pickup time mean you skip the taxi negotiation and arrive on schedule. Expect a 2 to 2.5 hour drive; that's what the distance is, and it's built into the service.
Arpoador Beach Surf Lesson Rio de Janeiro with EquipmentYou get a two-hour session in the water with a qualified instructor, board and wetsuit included, at the beach where Rio's surf culture started. The natural channel at Arpoador creates beginner-friendly waves, and small group sizes mean personal attention. You'll catch real waves and understand why locals keep coming back to this spot.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try surfing in the exact spot where Rio's surf culture began, with all gear provided and an instructor who knows the break — it's the fastest way to get on a wave without renting separately or wondering if you're in the right spot.
Tijuca Forest private tour: Rio de Janeiro photographer Pedra BonitaA private guided tour of Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro, the world's third-largest urban forest, traveling in a covered Toyota Land Cruiser with up to seven people and a professional photographer for eight hours. The tour includes the Pedra Bonita trail, Chinese Vista, Pedra da Gávea viewpoint, a waterfall with a natural pool for swimming, and wildlife sightings; the vehicle is air-conditioned with walking sticks, refreshments and snacks provided. A guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French, and hotel pickup is included.Is it for me?Eight hours is long enough to move through the forest without rushing each stop, which is what makes time for a swim at the waterfall and the photographer's edits—a full afternoon or morning-into-lunch commitment that leaves the rest of your day free, not a dawn-to-dusk expedition.
AquaRio Rio de Janeiro: South America's Largest Aquarium TicketsYou get entry to South America's largest marine aquarium with 2,000 animals across 350 species in 4.5 million liters of water. The self-paced visit lets you spend as much time as you want in each zone, from reef tanks to open-water displays. You're on Olympic Boulevard, a walkable waterfront area near the Museum of Tomorrow and Giant Wheel, with views of Guanabara Bay. No guide, no schedule — just you and the tanks.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to spend a few hours with marine life without a guide or schedule — you move at your own pace through the tanks, and the waterfront location means you can add the Museum of Tomorrow or Giant Wheel to the same afternoon if you want.
Rio Galeao Airport to Buzios: Private Minivan Transfer Up to 6You're met at Rio Galeao arrivals with a nameplate, driven in a private air-conditioned minivan with WiFi, and dropped at your Buzios destination without arranging transport yourself. The fixed pickup and 24/7 support mean no surprises between landing and arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing at Rio Galeao with luggage and want to reach Buzios without arranging a taxi or negotiating at the curb — the nameplate pickup and fixed price mean the transfer is settled before you land.
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter Tour Without Doors at Christ the RedeemerYou board a doorless helicopter, fly the length of Rio's beach from Barra to Ipanema, hover at two photo stops with your feet out over the water, circle Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, and land back at the base with the city still spinning in your head. Safety gear for your phone is included, and bad weather gets you a reschedule or your money back.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want an unfiltered view of Rio's coast and Christ the Redeemer from the air, with the thrill of flying doorless and shooting photos with your feet out. The flight depends on minimum passenger numbers and weather, so book with flexibility built in—that's what makes the guarantee of a reschedule or refund matter.
Private Rio de Janeiro Tour: Christ, Sugarloaf & Hidden GemsYou’ll cover Rio’s must-see spots—from Christ the Redeemer to Copacabana Beach—with a local guide who knows all the shortcuts and hidden corners. It’s your day: go at your pace, ask questions, and soak up those little moments you’d miss on your own.
