Things to do in Rio de Janeiro State

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro Historical Center.

Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro Historical Center.

RM120
per adult
Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro Historical Center.
Daylong Excursion to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour

RM310
per adult
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

RM129
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro – Rio Samba Bus

Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus

RM143
per adult
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus
Christ the Redeemer

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

RM187
per adult
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
BARRA DA TIJUCA - Wild beaches and breathtaking views

BARRA DA TIJUCA - Wild beaches and breathtaking views

RM263
per adult
BARRA DA TIJUCA - Wild beaches and breathtaking views
Rio: "Fifa Street" Court Experience + Favela Tavares Bastos Tour

Rio: Visit to the Fifa Street soccer field + Tour of the Tavares Bastos favela

RM116
per adult
Rio: Visit to the Fifa Street soccer field + Tour of the Tavares Bastos favela
Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Sailing Tour with Open Bar

RM223
per adult
Sailing Tour with Open Bar
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

RM163
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
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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 7 hours and 59 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 627 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 745 per adult
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Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 109 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 724 per adult
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Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 391 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 346 per adult*
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Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 180 per adult
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Water activities

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 277 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 272 per adult
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What to do in Rio de Janeiro State

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Copacabana Beach

9.0/10 (5,319 reviews)
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
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Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro State

Find the best Rio de Janeiro State areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Copacabana

Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

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Ipanema

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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Barra da Tijuca

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Reserve Beach. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

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Penedo

Travellers like the parks in Penedo, and Pequena Finlândia is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Angra dos Reis

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Petrópolis

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Macaé

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Cabo Frio

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Araruama

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Marica

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