Things to do in Rio de Janeiro State

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden

Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden

HK$473
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island

Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island

HK$496
per adult
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island
Christ the Redeemer

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

HK$360
per adult
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro – Rio Samba Bus

Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus

HK$271
per adult
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus
Tour Angra dos Reis + Ilha Grande | Departures from Rio de Janeiro

Tour Angra dos Reis + Ilha Grande | Departures from Rio de Janeiro

HK$475
per adult
Tour Angra dos Reis + Ilha Grande | Departures from Rio de Janeiro
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

HK$249
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

HK$314
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Montreal Luggage Storage Old Town

Luggage Storage Montreal

HK$60
per adult
Luggage Storage Montreal
Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour

Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour

HK$211
per adult
Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour
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Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 626 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$683 per adult
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Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 108 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,387 per adult
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Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$345 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 386 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$602 per adult*
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Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 80 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$470 per adult
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What to do in Rio de Janeiro State

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Copacabana Beach

9.0/10 (5,319 reviews)
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
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Copacabana

Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

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Ipanema

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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Barra da Tijuca

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

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Penedo

Travellers like the parks in Penedo, and Pequena Finlândia is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Paraty

A beach with gentle waves, a clear sky, and distant islands.

Ubatuba

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Petrópolis

A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a clear sky, and distant hills.

Macaé

A beach with a small boat, calm water, and a hill with a building on top.

Cabo Frio

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Saquarema

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