Rio de Janeiro Sightseeing Cruise: Architectural Icons and Historic Fortresses Tour

Embark on a sightseeing cruise in Rio de Janeiro and explore the city’s architectural icons and historic fortresses. Visit the Museum of Tomorrow, MAC, and Sugarloaf, while enjoying stunning views of Guanabara Bay.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Marina da Glória - Marina da Glória
  • Villegagnon Island - Ilha de Villegagnon
  • Ilha Fiscal - Ilha Fiscal
  • Museu do Amanhã - Pause for photos.
  • Ilha das Enxadas - Ilha das Enxadas
  • Ponte Rio–Niterói - Ponte Rio – Niterói
  • Concha Acústica de Niterói - Concha Acústica Oscar Niemeyer
  • Church of Boa Viagem - Igreja da…
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Audioguide available in Portuguese
  • Enjoy a scenic catamaran boat tour
What's Not Included
  • Foods and drinks (available for purchase on the boat)
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Tips (optional)
  • Stops for diving and disembarkation at the attractions
Additional Information

Our journey begins at Marina da Gloria, where you’ll board our special catamaran. From here, we set sail towards the Museum of Tomorrow, a significant architectural landmark in Porto Maravilha, the port district of Rio. En route, we’ll pass by notable locations including Villegagnon Island, Santos Dumont Airport, Fiscal Island, and the Navy’s Arsenal….

Location
Marina da Glória
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique
Boarding at Rio Boulevard Tour's pier, in front of Café Marinas. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ming_z
Jul 23, 2025
A different way to see the city - The scenery along the route is exceptional. We checked in at a stand near the provided address in Marina da Glória. Some of the highlights included the gorgeous city skyline, mountains (including Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain), the island with Fortim da Boa Viagem, and a close-up view of the Museum of Tomorrow. There were commentaries in English from the speakers at different attractions. It was very informative (but when the boat ride was fast, it was a bit hard to hear due to the wind). It is a great way to watch the sunset, see Rio from a different angle, and catch a glimpse of Niterói, the city on the other side of the bay. If you plan to join this tour in the winter, don't forget to bring a jacket; the wind can make the ride chilly.
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320eriko
Jul 9, 2025
Excellent tour with Alessandro - We took a tour of Rio and Sugarloaf Mountain and it was a great experience. Alessandro was a super friendly, attentive and knowledgeable guide. Always attentive to the group, he made us feel very comfortable. 100% recommended!
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Robertacassante
Jul 5, 2025
Best day!! - A little of these days here in Rio de Janeiro, and that needs to be registered here in my feed!! Photos of the tour at the Aterro do Flamengo.. And to find the friend of the boat! #Aterrodoflamengo #Erejota #Rj #RioDejaneiro #Sugarloaf #Sugarloaf #Crist #Corcovado #Sunset #Entardecer
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Joaodcguedes
Jun 23, 2025
Great ride in the river! - Careful staff, great for photos and a relaxing walk! We were able to have a unique look at some of the main tourist sights of the city.
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Angelamariap07
Jun 1, 2025
Recommended - It is easy accessibility, all very professional and friendly people. I will see Rio de Janeiro from the catamaran, a beautiful and different landscape, I was in the sunset and we could appreciate the contrast of the sunset.
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Gregory_g
Jun 1, 2025
Night ride - Good ride, was able to get some great pictures! Please bring a jacket cause the weather changed at sunset
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Oliverjankulovski
May 18, 2025
Great! - Great boat trip! Fun local people on board which i made friends with! Amazing views of most of the morros and main beaches and christ the redemeer!
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Mabs
May 15, 2025
Walk along Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro. - It was an excellent experience, very good service, the boat meets everything offered. It has a bar on the lower deck and bathroom on board. The walk is very nice (we had very good weather). They are describing the places of interest in Spanish and Portuguese.
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Kenneth_g
Jun 17, 2025
good, but cold - This is a wonderful boat ride with fun bossa music. We'd done it once before and thoroughly enjoyed it. But this time, the only trip offered was at 4:00pm, and although the daytime temp had reached 80F, it was _very_ cold out on the water. If you do it then, be sure to bring a warm jacket to put on as necessary. Too bad there isn't a sailing midday this time of year.
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Italianlondon
Jun 8, 2025
Nothing special expect... - Nothing special expect bright fresh air. I didn’t enjoy at hall this tour.nothing much to see around
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up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).