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First Time in Rio de Janeiro: What to See & Do

Beach mornings, mountain cable cars, samba nights below Sugarloaf. The essential first-timer's hit list for Rio de Janeiro — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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Guanabara Bay view
20 min

Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro

This is the first Ferris Wheel in Latin America, 88 meters high and offering the most breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $12 a person
Metropolitan Cathedral
5h

Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour

Make the most of your time with a half-day express tour of Rio.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $77 a person
3h

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

Set sail on a 3-hour Rio sunset tour departing from Marina da Glória.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $64 a person
Handcraftys, if you want
3h

Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

FAVELATOUR is indispensable if you look for a deeper perspective of many aspects of Brazil`s complex socioeconomic issues.

  • 4.6★ · 508 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $33 a person
3h to 4h

Rio de Janeiro Historical Center Walking Tour

Guided tour of the historic city center.

  • 4.5★ · 356 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $29 a person
4h

Christ the Redeemer, Selaron Steps and Santa Teresa Half-day Tour

Visit the one of the 7 wonders of the World: the Christ Redeemer Statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain, then drive through the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa with is...

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $84 a person
3h

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks

Travelers can experience Rio de Janeiro’s sunset from a premium sailing yacht on Guanabara Bay.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $70 a person
3h

Food Tour Rio de Janeiro - The Best Typical Brazilian Dishes

Discover Brazil through its flavors, history, and rhythm on this immersive food tour in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $92 a person
3h 30m

Discover Rio Little Africa: A Cultural and Historical Journey

Embark on a transformative journey through the hidden narratives of Little Africa in Rio de Janeiro's bustling Port with Florencio's immersive walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $86 a person
6h

Football Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with Transportation

If you love football, you won't want to miss the chance to see a soccer match in Rio de Janeiro!

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  • Full-day
From $170 a person
Sugar Loaf Mountain with cable car
5h

The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

Enjoy a small-group tour to visit the most iconics landmarks in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $85 a person
3h

Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro

Favela Brothers is a family run tour company, operated by the brothers Maka and Obi Basilio, both born and raised in Favela da Rocinha.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $65 a person
Taunay Waterfall, ideal for photos and relaxing
5h

Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

This tour is all about experiencing the best of Rio - hiking to stunning peaks, exploring hidden caves, and cooling off in waterfalls within the incredible Tijuca National Park.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $82 a person
8h to 9h

Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in just one day with a complete, well-organized itinerary designed to provide comfort from start to finish.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $173 a person
4h to 5h

From Paraty: shared transfer to Rio de Janeiro

This shared transport service allows you to share costs, making your trip an economical experience, interacting with other travelers from different cultures.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $57 a person
8h

Private tour: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã,Sugarloaf, Old Downtown and Selaron

This is the best city tour of Rio de Janeiro, which covers as the main and most famous sights of the city.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $216 a person
Christ
5h

Rio de Janeiro City Tour

Come explore the most famous sights of Rio!

  • 4.8★ · 68 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $135 a person
Botanical Garden - View of Christ The Redeemer
4h

Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden & Tijuca Forest Tour

Nature lovers can explore Rio’s diversity through a guided visit to the Botanical Garden and Tijuca Forest.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $67 a person
3h

Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro Historical Center.

Discover Rio de Janeiro from its history, architecture and cultural influences that have shaped the way you are Carioca.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $30 a person
1h to 4h

AquaRio Rio de Janeiro Tickets Only

AquaRio is the largest marine aquarium in South America.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $30 a person
4h

Aqua Rio + Olympic Boulevard Tour - Rio de Janeiro by Pepe Rio Tours

Pepe Rio Tours is a tour operator in Rio de Janeiro, with multilingual local reception, offering different tours such as Aquario, which is the largest Aquarium in Latin America.

  • 4.6★ · 59 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $45 a person
5h to 6h

Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana and more:Watta an amazing tour

Discover the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of Rio de Janeiro on a personalized private tour.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $127 a person
12h

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

Discover the magic of a tropical paradise by booking the Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande tour.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $63 a person
Gávea table
6h

Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio

Experienced and award-winning Guide: With years of experience and hundreds of 5-star reviews, Rodrigo Índio is a local Guide passionate about the mountain and fully committed to...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $66 a person

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