The 15 Best Tours in Rio de Janeiro

1.6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,157 reviews · 8 hours · from $130Our pick

A practical 8-hour Rio highlights loop with Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, Maracanã and Sambadrome exteriors, Cathedral stained glass, and Sugarloaf.

“Roger was an amazing tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about the history of each attraction, and ensured everyone in our group was enjoying the tour. He was a joy to spend the day with and the tour itself was an incredible value and use of our time in Rio!”

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2.Christ the Redeemer Entry Ticket by Corcovado Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,476 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Corcovado train to Christ the Redeemer with museum access. Scenic forest ride, classic Rio views, timed entry for a smooth outing.

“It was so over crowded that it was difficult to take proper pictures. Misty weather which makes things difficult to hit the best photographs.”

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3.Rio’s City Tour – Tickets for Christ, Sugar Loaf & Lunch included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,389 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $159Top rated

See Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf, and Rio’s main sights in one small-group day with hotel pickup, tickets, and lunch included.

“What a wonderful experience! If you want to see a lot of the city and major sights this is the tour to go on. This one includes lunch and it was delicious!”

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4.Full Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf, City Tour & Barbecue Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,142 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $74

A full day in Rio packed with Christ the Redeemer, key city sights, and optional Sugarloaf cable car, plus BBQ at a Brazilian steakhouse.

“A good trip covering all highlights in Rio Great guide sofas i think ,also helped with walker and wheelchair”

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5.Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,052 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $36

Walk through Rio’s Rocinha with a local guide for an educational, respectful look at everyday life, with Copacabana and Ipanema pickup.

“It was an amazing experience. And our guide Ray, was the best. Very good in English and she made you feel comfortable, which was nice, when it’s your first time in a favela.”

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6.Rio’s Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,724 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $159

Full-day Rio highlight loop with Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, lunch, and tickets included, plus a guide to keep you moving.

“The tour guide Paz mads very unprofessional comments about money that we wanted to spens or not in overpriced items. She made the same comments about another family as soon after their drop off point and yet again anothe couple. She didn't explain much at all about the Christ the redeemer statue until I asked. And that is a crucial part of any good tour. Also when.I said.I was from the USA she said we were not going to get into it. The locations of the tour were great but the guide needs to learn boundaries”

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7.Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,428 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $69

Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf views, Selarón Steps, Maracanã and Sambódromo, with optional BBQ lunch on an easy day tour.

“The best experience ever with our tour João Verano, extremely knowledgeable, positive, such a good vibe and fun!”

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8.Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,272 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Half-day walking tour of Rocinha in Rio. Walk with local guides, learn real daily life, and see views beyond the headlines.

“Walking through the favella was fascinating. It was such a bustling community and the local food was excellent. The guides did a great job in enlightening us about life there.”

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9.Hang gliding Hang gliding Experience Rotorfly

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,009 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $294

Hang gliding over Rio from the Pedra Bonita ramp with small-group guidance, GoPro footage right after, and safety gear built in.

“Excellent experience, loved every minute! The instructors were great, put us at ease and made sure we enjoyed ourselves.”

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10.Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,673 reviews · 14 hours · from $77

Full-day Rio trip by coach and boat to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, with swims at Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde and a sea-view buffet lunch.

“The parking of the boat in the ocean was amazing. I just wish we had more than an hour on the last stop which I enjoyed the most, but no complaints”

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11.Entrance to the Giant Route of Rio DE Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,385 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $11Best value

Ride the Rio Star Ferris Wheel in Porto Maravilha, Rio de Janeiro, with a ticket that lets you re-queue for multiple 20-minute laps.

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,350 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $84

See Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf in one efficient half-day plan, with a small group, guided city drive, and optional ticket bundles.

“Amazing experience that knocks out 2 must see places in Rio. You never feel rushed, plenty of time to explore Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. Kiko the tour guide was great! Talked about places we were driving by nd giving us history.”

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13.A Day in Rio – City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,128 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $123

One guided day in Rio with tickets for Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf, plus lunch and key sights. Small group, long day.

“Don’t miss this tour. It’s beyond the words to describe the views you will see. Just amazing! Sugarloaf mountains along with Christ statue are amazing.”

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14.Rio de Janeiro Tijuca Rainforest Hike with Waterfalls and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,082 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $84

5-hour Tijuca rainforest hike with caves and Rio’s waterfalls, plus city views from Mirante das Canoas and Vista Chinesa.

“Erik was an amazing host. Informational and funny. If you do this request Erik ! It was a freak hike and is moderate level”

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15.Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,071 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Beginner samba lesson in Ipanema with Carla, Ranaa or Gaby. Fun 1 hour, small group, costumes, and photo recap. $25.

“Gaby was an incredible instructor and really brought the positive energy to this samba class! I would highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!”

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