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Tours & day trips

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Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 541 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $93 per adult
Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Attractions

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Football Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transport

Football Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transport

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was CA $187 and current price is CA $177 per traveller
Football Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transport

Classes & workshops

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From Rio: Vale do Amor Sanctuary and Waterfall Tour

From Rio: Vale do Amor Sanctuary and Waterfall Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $161 per adult
From Rio: Vale do Amor Sanctuary and Waterfall Tour

Cruises & boat tours

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Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 57 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $69 per adult
Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Shopping & fashion

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Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price is CA $30 per adult
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

Copacabana Beach

4.5/5(96 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Copacabana Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Copacabana Beach
Ipanema Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(45 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ipanema Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

Ipanema Beach
Corcovado showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(80 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Rio de Janeiro during your trip to a top site like Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro sightseeing tours & attractions

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