Tours in Rio de Janeiro

We invite you to watch the sunset from a special spot in our city: the Sugarloaf Mountain. We combine thisafternoon tour with other famous landmarks in Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Metropolitan Cathedral and Selarón Staircase. Starting with the hotel pickup, we visit the Corcovado hill, famous for the well-known Christ the Redeemer. We take the minivan and drive through the Tijuca Forest that covers much of the mountain. Take the time to admire the wonderful scenery around you. You must take the traditional picture posing with the arms wide open, just like the statue. Then, we visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Selarón Staircase. You will be able to take many beautiful photos. Then, we take you to the highlight of the tour: the Sugarloaf Mountain. Take a cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain to see one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city. From there, you will admire the most beautiful sunset in Rio. Take photos, enjoy the view and relax.

The tour to Arraial do Cabo is one of our most popular tour options. Located at the end of the stretch of the Lagos Region, the city of Arraial do Cabo is also known as the "Brazilian Caribbean" due to its crystalline waters and the strong presence of marine life. Our tour, which departs daily, offers transport with air conditioning, a tour of the beaches and lunch at an all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. Come and discover the most beautiful paradisiacal beaches in Rio de Janeiro.

Tijuca Forest Tour This tour in the Tijuca Forest is the perfect private tour to visit the best that the 4th biggest urban forest of the world has to offer! Being located in the middle of the city of Rio, the Tijuca Forest has borders with all the 4 zones of Rio. Recovered and back to life, the Forest, which was almost completely deforested for coffee planting, is now the lung of the city of Rio. It has an area of ​​4 thousand hectares, having 95% of this area reforested by D. Pedro II over 13 years, from 1861. Our itinerary: - Pick-up at your place (in the south or central zone). - Dona Marta viewpoint: the closest viewpoint from Christ statue. - Lage Park. - Botanic Garden - Chinese View (not open on weekends and holidays): from this pagoda you will see a view with a different perspective of the city. - Taunay Waterfall: waterfall painted several times by the french artist Taunay. - Visitors Center: museum of the Forest. - Drop-off at your place.

Visit two of Rio de Janeiro's most famous ecological attractions in one day! One this private photography tour, you'll experience an array of extraordinary flora and not have to worry about your holiday photos! There will be a professional photographer on the tour with you to take care of all your photo needs. You'll receive the digital photos after the tour and have the option of ordering prints. PLEASE NOTE, THE VISITATION OF THE PARQUE LAGE PALACE WILL BE CLOSED BY MAY 29TH 2025 FOR RESTAURATION. IT´S POSSIBLE TO VISIT ONLY THE OUTDOORS AREA OF THE PARK.

Feel what life in a Favela is like. We take you to the top of the Rocinha Favela or Tavares Bastos and then descend on foot. On the way down, you get a unique insight into the vibrant spirit of the people, especially the kids. Discover what life is like inside the Favela. We take you to the highest part and then we walk down the small streets, where you can see everything very close.

This is the first Ferris Wheel in Latin America, 88 meters high and offering the most breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro. From the top you have an incredible view of the Rio de Janeiro landscape, being able to contemplate famous sights such as the Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Central do Brasil Clock, the Guanabara Bay, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, the Samba City, the Museum of Tomorrow and much more!

Turistando RJ takes you to discover Arraial do Cabo in the waters with azure blue tones, during the tour it is possible to see a diverse marine life making you find turtles, groupers, squids, lobsters, stingrays and even dolphins that live in harmony on the islands Of region. After our tour guide picks you up at your hotel or meeting point, we will travel by bus to Arraial do Cabo, where we will take a boat trip with stops for bathing for approximately 40 minutes each and then a delicious lunch with an all-you-can-eat buffet. Boat trips are a must and offer enchanting landscapes. You can also discover beautiful beaches with an extensive stretch of sand, where nature has been more than generous.

The day tour starts with pick-up at your hotel or hostel in Rio (depends your area). Your first stop will be at Chrsit Statue (ticket included) to avoid the crowd we arrive early there. From there, you will visit Tijuca National Park and get a glimpse of the greenest tropical rainforest. This is the best spot to check how nature and the urban area can coexist, while seeing waterfalls, tropical plants, and wildlife. After that, stop for lunch (not included) and then hit the road again, this time to visit Maracana Stadium from outside, then go towards the Centro to go to Cinelandia (Municipal Theater) from outside and the Cathedral (visit inside). Then finally we will visit the Selaron Steps at Lapa and Santa Teresa Neighborhood. At the end of your day you will be offered the option to be dropped off at Sugarloaf Mountain in time for enjoying the sunset or to be dropped off back at your hotel or hostel.

You will have the opportunity to participate in a samba lesson with a queen of Rio carnival. Unique experience. The course is accessible for all levels.

Arrive and depart from Rio with the minimum of fuss and enjoying value for money with a Rio de Janeiro Airport Roundtrip Transfer. Forget negotiating unfamiliar streets in a rental car, or battling the crowds on public transport, travel in comfort to the door of your downtown Rio de Janeiro hotel.

The Bossa Nova Walking tour is the one and only tour in Rio with a live musician tour guide. It's an amazing walking tour by important and scenic spots at Ipanema and Copacabana lead by a musician-singer-tour guide, an all-in-one professional, playing live Bossa Nova songs and telling stories, curiosities, all about the history, the great composers and the magic behind this Brazilian music style that is Rio’s ‘trademark’. In this 3h walking tour, you’ll visit 10 different spots (Ipanema and Copacabana), such as bars, beaches and also passing by the places where the Bossa Nova music was written, played and composed. Our tour guide is an all-in-one professional as he’s also a musican and singer, playing the guitar and some other instruments along the way. You’ll get to know all about Bossa Nova, how and where it started, who were the main composers and performers, like Tom Jobim, Vinícius de Moraes, João Gilberto and others.

Experience the ultimate sailing adventure in the captivating Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro. Our exhilarating Sailing Tour promises a perfect blend of sun, saltwater, and breathtaking views as you embark on a journey of exploration and freedom. Departing from the picturesque Urca, gateway to the sea, we sail along the pristine coastline, passing by iconic spots like Urca Beach, Flamengo Beach, Forte São João, Forte da Lage, and Forte Santa Cruz, each offering a glimpse of Rio's rich history and natural beauty. Glide through the waters, feel the gentle breeze on your face, and savor the serenity of Vermelha Beach and Leme Beach before reaching the world-famous Copacabana Beach, where you can take a refreshing swim in the azure waters. Whether you're an experienced sailor or a first-time adventurer, this Sailing Tour in Guanabara Bay guarantees an unforgettable experience filled with fun, freedom, and the thrill of the open sea.

Pedra do Telégrafo is located in the west side of Rio de Janeiro. The rock has a nice view of the beautiful city, in on one side we see wild beaches and the Tijuca National Park. On the other side, we have a wonderful view of the Marambaia, a huge beach with big swamp area. The hiking takes approximately 1 hour to climb(one way), its summit is 354 meters above sea level. Returning from Pedra do Telégrafo to the city we will stop for a bath and relaxing at Grumari(one of the most beautiful beaches in Rio) and after we will drive trough all the beaches along the coast of Rio with many opportunities to take photos.

This experience allows people to experience a unique moment, immersing themselves in flavors, aromas, sounds and behaviors of a very old culture that is a direct part of the history of Brazil, with all its ethnic mixes rescuing the gastronomic identity and the music of a people and still unknown by many.

The Rio Scenarium atmosphere resembles the XIX century. It is located in Lapa, a traditional bohemian neighborhood, in an ancient building with furniture taken from antique stores. It is a true journey through time for the ones who know how to appreciate a beautiful piece of art! The Rio Scenarium offers the authentic Brazilian music with 2 live shows per night with a repertoire of traditional rhythms such as samba, MPB, choro, forró and gafieira. Tour guide, tickets to the Rio Scenarium and roundtrip transfer.

Book your private Arrival transfer from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to Downtown hotels. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Our tourist guide will pick you up at your hotel or a matched location and transport you in one of our vehicles to the Dona Marta community where you will be welcomed by our local guide. As you travel all the paths of this famous community you will have the opportunity to know all the historical, cultural, administrative and daily curiosities of its residents. In addition to many photos, you will have the opportunity to get to know where the footage of the video clip “they don’t care about us” by the King of Pop Michael Jackson was made. It will be a unique opportunity to talk to locals, kill curiosities and visit some of the social projects of this community. This mediated visit has an interpreter guide in the following languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. For more comfort during the experience we suggest wearing comfortable clothes but closed shoes. Activity not recommended for people under 10 years old and people with mobility restrictions.

Our two hosts will get all participants to help organize a Brazilian barbecue party. You'll explore world famous Brazilian cuts of meats like Picanha, Cupim and Fraldinha, while making two incredibly Brazilian side dishes that you will want to make it every barbecue: campaign sauce (a richer vinaigrette) and banana toasted farofa. We will also make bottomless caipirinhas and batida de coco (iced coconut licqueur). Our patio's kitchen area is covered so this event can go on even during rain.

Pepe Rio Tours is a tour operator in Rio de Janeiro, with multilingual local reception, offering different tours such as Aquario, which is the largest Aquarium in Latin America. Among different marine species the place is very attractive both for children and adults.

We offers an exciting tour of outdoor activities including an easy hiking, zip line and a canopy tree. Our circuit located only 20 minutes from the touristic area is great for nature lovers. Our guides will take you on a hiking trip. After hike you will continue your canopy tour on vertical obstacles that will challenge you physically and mentally. You will overcome different obstacles and at the end brace yourself for the sensation of flight as you zip line through the rain forest. So get off the couch and take to the trees again with an unforgettable Canopy Tour experience.

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On the western zone of Rio de Janeiro an imposing plateau of rock called Pedra da Gávea(The Gávea Stone). It is the largest monolith in South America, as well as the highest coastal monolith in the world and is perfect for an adventurous hike. According to some local legends the Pedra da Gávea is a visiting place for extra-terrestrials as well as being a portal to other dimensions. The trail begins in Barra da Tijuca and passes through the Atlantic Rain Forest. Hikers will need to keep their eyes peeled for small mammals and birds which inhabit the tree tops. The trail culminates at the summit of Pedra da Gávea, 844 meters above sea level, with the best views in Rio de Janeiro. From the top of Pedra da Gávea there are breath taking views of all of Rio’s beaches, lagoons, Sugar Loaf and overlooking Christ the Redeemer in the distance.

Join our immersive class led by a bilingual chef to craft six authentic Brazilian cocktails, followed by a unique opportunity to savor your creations during a breathtaking sunset on the iconic Ipanema Beach. Brazil is one of the big suppliers of party people, on par with the best. At the core of this fame are two things: great music and great drinks. In this class you will learn six different Brazilian drinks that you can make for just about any event: from parties to celebrations to get togethers and romantic dinners, there will be an ideal drink you will make and taste. After spending about 2 hours in our studio learning to make the six drinks, we will walk over to Ipanema Beach, two blocks away, two appreciate the sunset, with a drink in hand and sand under your bare feet. Most guests call this a “Top 3 Rio experience” — perfect for those who want to feel the city’s energy in a fun, friendly, flavorful way. * Must be 18 and over to participate.

Visit two of the most famous art museums of Rio and Niterói, the twin cities bathed by Guanabara Bay, the Museum of Modern Art, designed by the architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy, and Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by architect Niemeyer. • Visit the Museum of Modern Art, and continue towards Niteroi by the Rio-Niteroi bridge, enjoying the postcard of the Guanabara Bay. • Get to know the Museum of Contemporary Art, considered one of the architectural wonders of the world. • Know the Niemeyer’s Path, set of architect's works that made Niteroi the second City, after Brasilia, with more structures created by him. • Feel how the MAC anticipates futures for the 21st Century through architectural communion with the stunning landscape. • Get the opportunity to observe "in loco" the two architectural styles the modern and the contemporary ones.