Rio de Janeiro Main Landmarks Tour
At a glance
Rio de Janeiro Main Landmarks Tour is a 7h small-group experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, operated by Brazil Expedition Day Tours. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 168 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $73 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide, Christ the Redeemer Ticket Included, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zona Sul hotels (please check your location).
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 168 travellers
- Small group of up to 14 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 14 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The day tour starts with pick-up at your hotel or hostel in Rio (depends your location). Your first stop will be at Christ the Redeemer (ticket included) to avoid the crowd we arrive early there.
From there, we will visit Parque Lage, at the foot of Corcovado, is part of Tijuca Forest—one of the world’s largest urban rainforests—with history and charm.
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Next we will stop for lunch at a traditional “pay-by-weight” restaurant, typical of Rio (not included) .
Time to visit Maracana Stadium from outside, then go towards the Centro to go to Cinelandia (Municipal Theater) from outside and the Municipal Cathedral (visit inside).
Then finally we will visit Santa Teresa which is a charming bohemian neighborhood in Rio, known for art, colonial houses, and the iconic yellow tram.
Then we go to Colorful steps by Selarón, a Rio landmark icon.
At the end, choose: drop-off at home or at Sugar Loaf (ticket not included) to take the cable car and enjoy the view and the sunset from the top.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
- Christ the Redeemer Ticket Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zona Sul hotels (please check your location)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels outside Zona Sul
- Sugar Loaf Ticket
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 50m
We get to the Christ Statue early in the morning to avoid the crowd. Ticket included in the price of the tour
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Stop 2 · 15m
We will walk around Santa Teresa to show you this amazing part of Rio
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Stop 3 · 20m
This amazing mosaic, made by a Chilean artist, is one of the most expected stops is our tour
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Stop 4 · 15m
We will visit this building from 1979 that looks different from all the others around it.
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Stop 5 · 5m
We make a quick stop to take some pictures of the Municipal Theater.
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Stop 6 · 40m
Stop for lunch (not included) after the cathedral. Enjoy a traditional “pay-by-weight” restaurant, typical of Rio de Janeiro.
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Stop 7 · 10m
Stop by the Bellini statue outside Maracanã, a tribute to the 1958 World Cup captain and a popular photo spot for football fans.
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Stop 8 · 30m
We will visit the gardens and have the change of seeing the wildlife of Rio
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Stop 9 · 15m
Drop off at Sugar Loaf or your Hotel.
At the end, choose: drop-off at home or at Sugar Loaf (ticket not included) to take the cable car and enjoy the view from the top for the sunset.
Meeting point
*We board guests at the following locations:
Centro- Meeting point at Selina Lapa Hotel.
Flamengo/Gloria- pick up included.
Botafogo- Meeting point at Novotel Botafogo.
Copacabana-pick up included.
Ipanema- pick up included
.Leblon- meeting point at Mangotree Hostel Ipanema
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen and sunglasses
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rio de Janeiro Main Landmarks Tour take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $73 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local guide; Christ the Redeemer Ticket Included; Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zona Sul hotels (please check your location); Air-conditioned vehicle.
Where does it start?
*We board guests at the following locations: Centro- Meeting point at Selina Lapa Hotel. Flamengo/Gloria- pick up included. Botafogo- Meeting point at Novotel Botafogo. Copacabana-pick up included. Ipanema- pick up included .Leblon- meeting point at Mangotree Hostel Ipanema
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 168 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rio de Janeiro.
