Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

5.0 (108 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation

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Christ the Redeemer — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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

Best Conversion Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 19 people
People per booking: 1–19
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Lucas Aimar Turismo

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–4 years) · Youth (5–10 years) · Adults (11–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf
Included: Lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Carbonated beverages: Drinks and desserts not included

Itinerary

Santuario Cristo Redentor

one hour Admission included

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.
Pan De Azucar Y Morro Da Urca

one hour Admission included

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.
Escalera De Selaron

20 min

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.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

20 min

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.
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

Passing by

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

20 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Those staying in Barra da Tijuca should approach a meeting point in Copacabana. We'd be picking them up there at 8:50 a.m. To arrive in time, they should leave Barra da Tijuca no later than 8:00 a.m., either by taxi or Uber.

End point

Those staying in Barra da Tijuca should approach a meeting point in Copacabana. We'd be picking them up there at 8:50 a.m. To arrive in time, they should leave Barra da Tijuca no later than 8:00 a.m., either by taxi or Uber.

Pickup points

Visconde De Piraja Apartment
Rio Design Copacabana Hotel
Ducasse Rio Hotel
Atlantica
Rio Top C14
Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Vila Santa Teresa
Botafogo Easy Hostel
Novotel RJ Praia de Botafogo Hotel
Scorial Rio Hotel
Rio Roiss Hotel
Hotel Granada

and 172 more pickup points

Includes roundtrip transfer from the hotel or accommodation in the following neighborhoods: Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblón, Botafogo, Flamengo and Centro. (The Agency will inform via WhatsApp the nearest pick-up point to passengers who are staying outside or inside the mentioned neighbourhoods but in narrow streets where transport access is impossible.)

You must wait at the coordinated time in the hotel lobby or at the entrance of the accommodation. Before pick-up hours.