Viator · group up to 14 pax

Rio de Janeiro Main Landmarks Tour

4.8(155)Rio de Janeiro1 hour
VIATOR4.3(30)TRIPADVISOR4.9(125)

Description

The day tour starts with pick-up at your hotel or hostel in Rio (depends your location). Your first stop will be at Christ the Redeemer (ticket included) to avoid the crowd we arrive early there. From there, we will visit Parque Lage, at the foot of Corcovado, is part of Tijuca Forest—one of the world’s largest urban rainforests—with history and charm. . Next we will stop for lunch at a traditional “pay-by-weight” restaurant, typical of Rio (not included) . Time to visit Maracana Stadium from outside, then go towards the Centro to go to Cinelandia (Municipal Theater) from outside and the Municipal Cathedral (visit inside). Then finally we will visit Santa Teresa which is a charming bohemian neighborhood in Rio, known for art, colonial houses, and the iconic yellow tram. Then we go to Colorful steps by Selarón, a Rio landmark icon. At the end, choose: drop-off at home or at Sugar Loaf (ticket not included) to take the cable car and enjoy the view and the sunset from the top.

Tour Options

Rio de Janeiro Main Landmarks Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included50 min

We get to the Christ Statue early in the morning to avoid the crowd. Ticket included in the price of the tour

15 min

We will walk around Santa Teresa to show you this amazing part of Rio

20 min

This amazing mosaic, made by a Chilean artist, is one of the most expected stops is our tour

15 min

We will visit this building from 1979 that looks different from all the others around it.

5 min

We make a quick stop to take some pictures of the Municipal Theater.

Admission not included40 min

Stop for lunch (not included) after the cathedral. Enjoy a traditional “pay-by-weight” restaurant, typical of Rio de Janeiro.

Admission not included10 min

Stop by the Bellini statue outside Maracanã, a tribute to the 1958 World Cup captain and a popular photo spot for football fans.

30 min

We will visit the gardens and have the change of seeing the wildlife of Rio

Admission not included15 min

Drop off at Sugar Loaf or your Hotel. At the end, choose: drop-off at home or at Sugar Loaf (ticket not included) to take the cable car and enjoy the view from the top for the sunset.

Highlights

Local guide
Christ the Redeemer Ticket Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zona Sul hotels (please check your location)
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Local guide
Christ the Redeemer Ticket Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Zona Sul hotels (please check your location)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels outside Zona Sul
Sugar Loaf Ticket

Pickup Locations & Times

*We board guests at the following locations: Centro- Meeting point at Selina Lapa Hotel. Flamengo/Gloria- pick up included. Botafogo- Meeting point at Novotel Botafogo. Copacabana-pick up included. Ipanema- pick up included .Leblon- meeting point at Mangotree Hostel Ipanema

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen and sunglasses

Reviews(155)

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suzanapP5667RZ
June 15, 2026
Note 10/10. It exceeded my expectations.

I was able to get to know the main sights of Rio de Janeiro in just one day, without worrying about transportation, queues or planning. The itinerary is very well organized, the guide was attentive and the places visited are simply amazing. For those who have few days in town and want to get the most out of it, I highly recommend this tour.

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Coastal45206164556
May 27, 2026
Discovering Rio de Janeiro

Great service, very attentive, and well organized

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Navigator22917749018
May 27, 2026
Wonderful experience

Wonderful experience, I managed in one day besides to know the main tourist sights of Rio de Janeiro and have a lesson on part of its history. They picked me up at the hotel, are super attentive and pass a lot of security and care throughout the trip.

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H8901MOmarcelos
May 16, 2026
Christ the Redeemer

I really liked the experience with the Brazil Expedition. The tour was very well organized, without rushing and with a super good crowd accompanying everything. You can see that they really know Rio and do the question of showing the best places. It was a very maneuvering day and I would definitely do it again. If you are looking for a full tour of Rio, I highly recommend Brazil Expedition. Excellent service, attentive guides and a very well thought out script. Light, fun and truly worthwhile experience.

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L4650MEgabriellad
April 29, 2026
A walk to take the breath

What a sensational team! Comfortable and air-conditioned transport, routes that make us understand more about the history of the city (the guides always tell, at each stop), give too necessary support if you wanted to take photos, explanations in different languages to facilitate the understanding of the collective. Simply, amazing! I will recommend to everyone, I will definitely go back to do more trips with this company

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natalia o
April 19, 2026
Excellent guide

The tour is great! It shows the main sights of Rio and the guide Roberto was great explaining a lot about the history of the city.

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danielmU4377XG
April 18, 2026
Big dude tour

Everything was amazing. Fhe christ Redeemer is amazing. One of the 7 wonders for a reason.

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clarareinof
April 14, 2026
Best City Tour in Rio

We had an amazing experience with the agency Brazil Expedition! Everything was very well organized, with a complete itinerary that goes through the best tourist sights in the city, perfect for those who want to know the essential of Rio de Janeiro in a practical and well-used way. A special highlight for the driver Marcelo and the guide João, who were extremely punctual, friendly and professional throughout the tour. It was a light, well planned and very pleasant day from beginning to end. It is definitely the ideal city tour for those who want to know Rio with comfort and quality. I recommend!

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U2962CBcarolinen
April 14, 2026
I recommend closed eyes

I had a wonderful experience in Rio de Janeiro with this company! From the first contact, the care was impeccable very attentive, organized and concerned with every detail. The roadmap was super well planned and we managed to enjoy the best of the city with comfort and safety. In addition, the guides were extremely friendly, prepared and brought information that further enriched the tour. It was a real tourist day, but with a much more special and personalized experience. It definitely made all the difference on my trip! I recommend it with close eyes to anyone who wants to live Rio de Janeiro in a unique and unforgettable way. I want to come back!

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Sherwin_O
April 5, 2026
Perfect Intro to Rio with an Outstanding Guide

This tour was a great way to see the main highlights in a short amount of time. Everything was well-organized, and the itinerary covered all the must-visit spots, making it very convenient especially for first-time visitors. A special mention to our guide, Vanessa, who truly made the experience exceptional. She was very knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful in every way—always ready to answer questions and make sure everyone was comfortable throughout the tour. Her insights and friendly approach added so much value to the day. Overall, a well-planned and enjoyable tour that I would definitely recommend.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that everything met your expectations. It means a lot to us that you found the experience well-organized and convenient. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to Vanessa — she will be very happy to hear it! She truly is an amazing guide, and we’re glad she made your day even more special. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back in Rio in the future!

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