Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-06-25

Rio de Janeiro is a vibrant city brimming with breathtaking natural beauty, combining famous beaches, lush green mountains, and an infectious samba culture. Come experience its unique energy, enjoy panoramic views, and immerse yourself in the carnival atmosphere.

Top things to do in Rio de Janeiro

Things to do in Rio de Janeiro include Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Ipanema Beach. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Rio de Janeiro

Here is what 3 days in Rio de Janeiro look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Copacabana Beach · Copacabana
  2. Christ the Redeemer · Alto da Boa Vista
  3. Corcovado
  4. Parque Lage · Jardim Botânico
  5. Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
  6. Ipanema Beach · Ipanema
  7. Arpoador Rock · Ipanema
  8. Botanical Garden · Jardim Botânico
  9. Sugarloaf Mountain · Urca

Day 2

  1. Real Gabinete Português de Leitura · Centro
  2. São Bento Monastery · Centro
  3. Flamengo Park · Flamengo
  4. Escadaria Selarón · Centro
  5. Rio de Janeiro Cathedral · Centro
  6. Cinelandia Square · Centro
  7. Museum of Tomorrow · Centro
  8. Santa Teresa Tram
  9. Santa Teresa Neighborhood · Santa Teresa

Day 3

  1. Tijuca National Park · Tijuca
  2. Feira de São Cristóvão · São Cristóvão
  3. Maracanã Stadium (outside visit) · Maracanã
  4. Grumari · Zona Oeste

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Rio de Janeiro?

Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Ipanema Beach, Copacabana Beach, Santa Teresa Neighborhood, Arpoador Rock and 9 more. Christ the Redeemer: One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, offering spectacular panoramic views of the entire city.

What can you do in 3 days in Rio de Janeiro?

Day 1: Copacabana Beach, Christ the Redeemer, Corcovado, Parque Lage. Day 2: Real Gabinete Português de Leitura, São Bento Monastery, Flamengo Park, Escadaria Selarón. Day 3: Tijuca National Park, Feira de São Cristóvão, Maracanã Stadium (outside visit), Grumari.

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