Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

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Popular things to do in Rio de Janeiro

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 563 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$104 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min

Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min

Activity duration is 18 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$283 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Rainforest

Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Rainforest

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$118 and current price is NZ$106 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 23 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$110 per adult
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Water activities

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Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$291 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

Copacabana Beach

4/5(26 reviews)

Nothing says holiday 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
Corcovado featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(17 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you visit a top site such as Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Christ the Redeemer
Sugar Loaf Mountain which includes a sunset and mountains

Sugar Loaf Mountain

5/5(17 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sugar Loaf Mountain during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

Sugar Loaf Mountain

Rio de Janeiro sightseeing tours & attractions