• Sugarloaf Mountain - As the second most popular attraction in Rio, Sugarloaf is a towering granite monolith rising over 1,200 feet above sea level at the entrance of Guanabara Bay. Located in the Urca neighborhood, visitors can reach the summit by taking two cable cars.
• Sitio Roberto Burle Marx - This magnificent estate was once owned by Brazil’s most renowned landscape designer.
• Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas - Once the residence of the influential art patron Laurinda Santos Lobo, Parque das Ruínas now serves as a cultural center, continuing her legacy of supporting artists.
• Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro - Opened in 1909, this theater is one of Brazil and Latin America’s most significant cultural venues, attracting international artists and prominent Brazilian cultural figures. Since the 1930s, it has maintained artistic independence and is the only Brazilian institution with its own choir, symphony orchestra, and ballet company. While entry is not included, the architectural beauty of the building can be admired.
• Botanical Garden - Established in 1808 by Portuguese Prince Dom João VI, this garden was initially a site for acclimatizing exotic plants brought by the Portuguese. Visitors can admire the imperial palm trees, orchid and bromeliad greenhouses, and observe local wildlife such as capuchin monkeys, marmosets, toucans, and red-throated guans.
• Paco Imperial - Known as the Imperial Palace, this historic building served as the residence for colonial Brazil’s governors and later as a royal residence for King John VI of Portugal.
• Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro - This neoclassical building, once linked to finance and business, was designed by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva, an architect of the Imperial House.
• Parque Nacional da Tijuca - The park is home to diverse fauna and lush vegetation.
• Copacabana Beach - This iconic beach is also where most of Rio’s hotels are located.
• Ipanema Beach - Known for its beauty and vibrant atmosphere, Ipanema Beach is a must-visit. Don’t miss Tom Jobim’s statue and the stunning views of the beach and Dois Irmãos hill.
• Sao Bento Monastery - This architectural masterpiece contrasts its simple exterior with a richly decorated interior featuring gilded Baroque engravings. The Rococo style is evident in the high altar engravings, dome, and Chapel of the Santíssimo Sacramento.
• Maracana - Opened in 1950, this stadium once held 200,000 spectators.
• Claudio Coutinho Trail - Located at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain, this flat trail offers a short walk with views of marmoset monkeys, Sugarloaf, and Red Beach.
• Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai - The main stage for Rio’s Carnival Parade.
• Forte Duque de Caxias - A hidden gem at the end of Copacabana Beach, this fort was built in 1776 as a lookout. A 20-minute walk on an 800-meter cobblestone road leads to the summit, offering spectacular views of Copacabana Beach, Corcovado Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Guanabara Bay.
• Parque Lage - Near the Botanic Gardens, this park was once a sugar mill and later transformed into a romantic garden by landscape designer John Tyndale.
• Arpoador Beach - A large rock at the end of Ipanema Beach, offering one of the best sunset views in Rio.
• Perigoso Beach - A secluded and wild beach accessible only by boat or hiking trail.
• Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon - A scenic tidal lagoon with a bike lane, connecting to the sea.
• Avenida Atlantica - The famous seaside avenue in Copacabana.
• Carioca Aqueduct - Also known as Arcos da Lapa, this aqueduct now serves as a tram passageway between Downtown Rio and Santa Teresa.
• Macumba Beach - A beautiful beach in Rio’s western area.
• Praca Quinze de Novembro - Located in Rio’s historical center, this square is surrounded by significant buildings and serves as a ferry terminal.
• Aterro Do Flamengo - A vast park area intersected by an expressway.
• Marina Da Gloria - The departure point for most boat tours in Rio.
• Morro da Urca - This mountain, resembling a sugar-carrying ship, is the first stop on the cable car journey to Sugarloaf Mountain.
• Arco do Teles - Named after Portuguese judge Antônio Telles Barreto de Menezes, this area preserves its colonial architecture.
• Santa Teresa - A charming colonial-style neighborhood with bars, cafés, and restaurants offering diverse food options, including the best Acai and cheese bread in Rio. The area is perfect for photos with its murals, street art, cobblestone streets, and souvenir shops featuring local artists’ work.
• Parque da Cidade - Offers the best view of Rio’s skyline.
• Feira de Sao Cristovao - The Luiz Gonzaga Northeast Traditions Centre hosts the São Cristovão Fair, showcasing Brazilian Northeast culture with food, crafts, music, and dance. It attracts visitors from across the country and abroad.
• Cosme Velho - Once home to many embassies when Rio was Brazil’s capital.
• Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - This iconic monument, inaugurated in 1931, is the world’s largest Art Deco statue, offering breathtaking views of Rio.
• Leme - A quieter beach at the far end of Copacabana.
• Escadaria Selaron - A world-famous staircase created by Chilean artist Jorge Selaron as a tribute to Brazil. The 250 steps are adorned with over 2,000 tiles from more than 60 countries.
• Ipanema Farmer’s Market - A rotating street market where locals shop for groceries. Tourists can sample fruits, street food, and vegetables, experiencing the unique flavors of Brazilian produce.
• Sao Francisco da Penitencia Church - Built between 1657 and 1733, this church is a significant example of Baroque architecture in Rio.
• Mirante Do Leblon - A scenic viewpoint at the end of Leblon Beach.
• Morro Dois Irmaos - A granite mountain at the end of Leblon Beach.
• Guanabara Palace - Once home to Princess Isabel, this beautiful building now houses the Rio de Janeiro State government headquarters.
• Urca - A picturesque neighborhood at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain.
• Barra da Tijuca Beach - Known for its new developments and stunning beauty.
• Abrico Beach - Rio’s only nude beach.
• Praia de Grumari - An isolated, undeveloped beach surrounded by lush vegetation, accessible only by private transport.
• Praia Da Joatinga - A beach surrounded by rocky cliffs, accessible via a small hiking trail.
• Praia do Leme - Located at the end of Copacabana Beach, offering the best views of Copacabana.
• Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach - A 10-mile-long beach on Rio’s west side.
• Vermelha Beach - A small, beautiful beach with red sand, nestled between mountains at Urca Mountain’s base.
• Palacio Capanema - An icon of Brazilian modern architecture, known for its unique design and urban context.
• Vista Chinesa - Built to commemorate the arrival of the first Chinese immigrants to Brazil.
• Boa Viagem Island - Home to the ruins of a fort and church.
• Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos - A national park located in the mountains at Guanabara Bay’s end, 50 miles from Rio.
• Mirante do Soberbo - Offers breathtaking views of the mountains and Guanabara Bay on clear days.
• Dedo de Deus - A towering peak in Serra dos Orgaos, resembling a finger pointing skyward.
• Prainha Beach - A well-kept secret, this stunning beach is a surfer’s paradise surrounded by lush vegetation.
• Ponte Rio–Niteroi - A nine-mile-long bridge connecting two sides of the road.
• Pedra do Sal - Part of Little Africa, considered the birthplace of Samba by some.
• Ilha Da Gigoia - A hidden gem with the best seafood in Rio.
• Pontal Beach - A calm beach at the end of Recreio dos Bandeirantes.
• Reserva Beach - A large preserved area in Recreio dos Bandeirantes.
• Beco das Sardinhas - A downtown alley with preserved colonial architecture.
• Museum of Valongo Wharf - Located where nearly a million captive Africans arrived between 1811 and 1831, highlighting Brazil’s African heritage.
• Centro de Visitantes Von Martius Museum - Housed in a restored 19th-century mansion, this museum features a permanent exhibition on the park and works by botanist Von Martius.
• Cachoeira do Rio dos Frades - A stunning waterfall with a large pool for sunbathing and swimming.
• Pedra Bonita - A popular hang-gliding spot in Sao Conrado.
• Cais do Valongo - The entry point for millions of enslaved Africans over a century.
• Caminho Niemayer - An architectural complex in Niterói, featuring works by Oscar Niemeyer.
• Morro da Babilonia - A granite wall where climbers can be seen ascending to the summit.
• Mirante do Caete - Offers spectacular views of Prainha.
• Mirante do Joa - A scenic viewpoint at Gavea Mountain’s base, overlooking the ocean.
• Pedra do Telegrafo - A steep two-mile hiking trail in Pedra Branca State Park, leading to a famous cliffside photo spot.
• Praia do Secreto - A hidden beach on the way to Prainha.
• Mirante do Leme - The best spot for a photo of Copacabana Beach.
• Parque Natural Municipal da Prainha - A city park behind Rio’s most beautiful beach.
• Travessa do Comercio - Features colorful colonial houses in an old commercial area.
• Maua Square - A large square near Little Africa, surrounded by museums.
• Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Se - Rio de Janeiro’s first cathedral.
• Statue of General Osorio - A war hero and patron of the Brazilian Army.
• Poco Verde - A magnificent waterfall in Serra dos Orgaos National Park.
• Mestre Valentim Fountain - Once supplied fresh water from Rio’s mountains to vessels and residents.
• Pedra do Pontal - A rock island dividing Recreio and Macumba beaches.
• Trilha do Pao de Acucar - A hiking trail starting at Claudio Coutinho Trail, leading to Urca Mountain.
• Largo dos Guimaraes - The central area of Santa Teresa District.
• Rio de Janeiro Historic City Center - A place to explore Rio’s rich history through its buildings and landmarks.
• Boulevard Olimpico - Known as Porto Maravilha, this area features museums, cultural centers, and an artistic pathway with murals by 20 artists, including Eduardo Kobra’s famous Etnias Mural.
• Painel Etnias - A mural by Eduardo Kobra inspired by the Olympic rings, representing the five continents and their people.
• Morro da Conceicao - An area of historical and architectural significance, marking Rio’s initial occupation by the Portuguese.
• Pier Maua - The docking point for cruise ships in Rio de Janeiro.
• AquaRio - South America’s largest aquarium, home to about three thousand sea animals in 28 tanks.
• Igreja de Sao Francisco da Prainha - Built in 1704, this church is a prime example of Baroque architecture in Rio.
• Centro de Visitantes Paineiras - Established in 2013, this visitor center includes an environmental education center and can be visited en route to the Christ Monument by minibus.
• Rampa Pedra Bonita - A hang-gliding takeoff spot in Sao Conrado with stunning views.
• Museu Historico do Exercito e Forte de Copacabana - Located at Copacabana Beach’s tip, offering some of the best views of the area.
• Praia do Meio - A secluded beach accessible only by hiking, along with Perigoso, Inferno, and Funda beaches.
• Floresta da Tijuca - The world’s largest reforested urban forest, covering 10% of Rio and housing Tijuca National Park.
• Cascatinha Taunay - One of Rio’s many beautiful waterfalls.
• Museu Selecao Brasileira - CBF - Located in the Brazilian Soccer Confederation’s new headquarters, this museum is a must for soccer fans, showcasing the Brazilian Team’s history with interactive exhibits and relics.
• Confeitaria Colombo - Established in 1824, this iconic café represents Rio’s Belle Époque, featuring stunning Belgian crystal mirrors, lamps, and a stained glass skylight ceiling, along with delicious Brazilian cuisine.

• Local guide
• Tolls and parking fees
• Landing and/or facility fees
• Surcharges on fuel
• Transportation in a private car

• Customer’s admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour
• Meals or drinks (if any)

Enjoy a distinctive, eight-hour personal tour of Rio with a local guide. Experience the convenience of private transport, ready to take you to any attraction in Rio. This is an excellent opportunity for seasoned travelers looking to optimize their visit. Whether you wish to visit the popular destinations or explore lesser-known sites, your private guide can suggest the best locations and strategies for avoiding queues. The tour accommodates up to four people and includes pick-up and drop-off services from your Rio dwelling, cruise terminal, or airport.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A maximum of 4 people per booking
• Pricing is per group pricing
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• All tours are private and conducted in air conditioned vehicle.
• Your admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and any meals or drinks are not included. Admission fees will be paid directly at the attractions.

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