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Hidden Gems in Rio de Janeiro

Beach mornings, mountain cable cars, samba nights below Sugarloaf. The lesser-known corners of Rio de Janeiro most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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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
Visual 360o Tour Favela da Rocinha @favelatourguide
2h to 3h

Rio de Janeiro 3-hour tour of the Rocinha Favela with local guide

Explore the Rocinha with whom you live and know the territory.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $54 a person
2h

Authentic Rocinha Favela Walking Experience with a Local Guide

You have probably heard, ''Don't go to a favela, it's dangerous".

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Instant confirmation
From $20 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
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
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 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
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
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From $30 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.

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From $67 a person
3h 30m

Rio: Copacabana Food Tour with 7 Tastings and Local Flavors

Discover the vibrant flavors of Rio de Janeiro with Secret Food Tours!

  • 5.0★ · 78 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $81 a person
Sloth on a tree
5h

Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views

Escape the crowds and discover a different side of Rio de Janeiro on an unforgettable adventure through Tijuca National Park, home to the world's largest urban reforested...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $78 a person
Taste local flavors, one by one
3h

3-Hour Tasting Session in Rio with 33 Foods Brazilians Love

Step into Rio’s food scene with a guided tasting tour featuring 33 Brazilian delicacies.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $85 a person
3h

Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Venture into a Rio de Janeiro favela (the Brazilian version of a shanty town) on this half-day educational tour.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $86 a person
4h to 5h

From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of Rio

Limited Time in Rio? Discover Hidden Gems & Local Life!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $60 a person
Lage Park's Palace
8h to 9h

Private Custom Hidden Gems tour: Your Amazing Second Day in Rio!

There´s much more to Rio than it meets the eye!

  • 4.9★ · 73 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $287 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

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
5h

Private Tour - 5 Hours Customized Tour With a Local Guide in Rio

Rio de Janeiro is full of attractions such as mountains, beaches and the Tijuca National Park a Urban Forest Located in the heart of Rio.

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From $122 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
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
3h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Tour

Spend an idyllic tour at the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, or Jardim Botânico.

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From $83 a person
6h to 8h

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in a full-day tour that combines convenience, comfort, and expert guidance.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $75 a person
4h

More than a Pub Crawl: An Authentic Night Experience in Rio

Experience the most bohemian night in Lapa with local guides and free entry to selected bars.

  • 4.5★ · 286 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $40 a person
3h 30m

Explore Little Africa : Unveiling Afro Heritage in Rio de Janeiro

We're a specialized incoming travel operator in Rio de Janeiro, offering the most immersive Afrotourism experiences that bring to light key sites of Black history, a legacy once...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $84 a person

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