Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro

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Christ the Redeemer

Christ the Redeemer

4.8 (127,457 reviews)

Iconic statue with breathtaking Rio views.

Maracanã Stadium

Maracanã Stadium

4.7 (112,843 reviews)

Experience the heart of Brazilian football at Maracanã Stadium.

Museum of Tomorrow

Museum of Tomorrow

4.7 (101,720 reviews)

Futuristic science museum in Rio, exploring sustainability.

Selarón Steps

Selarón Steps

4.6 (90,265 reviews)

Dazzling mosaic steps in the heart of Rio.

Parque Lage

Parque Lage

4.6 (50,323 reviews)

Historic park with lush gardens and artistic flair.

Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

4.7 (46,827 reviews)

Discover nature's splendor in Rio's lush botanical haven.

Forte de Copacabana

Forte de Copacabana

4.8 (45,855 reviews)

Historic fort with stunning views at Copacabana Beach.

Imperial Museum of Brazil in Petrópolis

Imperial Museum of Brazil in Petrópolis

4.8 (37,856 reviews)

Discover Brazil's imperial past in Petrópolis.

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

4.5 (27,714 reviews)

Experience the heart of Rio's Carnival at the iconic Sambadrome!

Lapa Arches

Lapa Arches

4.4 (25,753 reviews)

Discover the historic Lapa Arches in vibrant Rio.

Rio's Municipal Theater

Rio's Municipal Theater

4.8 (23,354 reviews)

Rio's cultural jewel: the opulent Municipal Theater.

Niterói Contemporary Art Museum

Niterói Contemporary Art Museum

4.6 (21,477 reviews)

Art and architecture unite at Niterói's iconic museum.

Tijuca National Park

Tijuca National Park

4.8 (21,357 reviews)

Explore Tijuca: Rio's urban rainforest oasis!

Candelária Church

Candelária Church

4.7 (16,399 reviews)

Historic Candelária Church: Rio's architectural gem.

Vista Chinesa

Vista Chinesa

4.8 (8,986 reviews)

Breathtaking panoramic views from a historic Chinese-style pavilion.

Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain

4.8 (8,682 reviews)

Panoramic vistas at Rio's iconic Sugarloaf Mountain.

Copacabana Beach

Copacabana Beach

4.7 (8,506 reviews)

Experience Rio's vibrant Copacabana Beach!

Ipanema Beach

Ipanema Beach

4.7 (5,569 reviews)

Sun, sand, and samba at Rio's iconic Ipanema Beach.

Prainha Beach

Prainha Beach

4.8 (4,568 reviews)

Escape to Prainha: Rio's Hidden Coastal Gem

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

4.8 (3,930 reviews)

Tranquil lagoon amidst Rio's vibrant cityscape.

Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande

4.8 (2,560 reviews)

Ilha Grande: A lush island paradise near Rio de Janeiro.

National Museum of Brazil

National Museum of Brazil

4.6 (2,414 reviews)

Explore Brazil's rich heritage at an iconic museum.

Paquetá Island

Paquetá Island

4.6 (1,365 reviews)

Tranquil island escape in Rio's Guanabara Bay.

Pedra da Gávea

Pedra da Gávea

4.8 (1,330 reviews)

Marvel at Rio's iconic monolith, Pedra da Gávea!

Santa Teresa neighborhood

Santa Teresa neighborhood

Santa Teresa: Rio's artistic and historic hillside gem.