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The 15 Best Tours & Days Out in Rio de Janeiro

174 tours

Of the 174 tours & days out covered here, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the details that separate them are all below, so you can choose in five minutes and get back to the beach.

Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide - Copacabana and Ipanema pickup, plus the van ride

1.Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,052 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $36Our pick

Walk Rocinha with a local guide, starting from Copacabana or Ipanema. Learn daily life, get a safe, respectful perspective, and support community.

“It was incredible journey. The guide Carlos was amazing. He spoke so good english and his stories were fantastic. He was really caring, waited for us when needed and always told, that we are on vacation and don’t need to be in hurry. He had a lot of positive energy and made my day ❤️”

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Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour - Meeting Point in Copacabana, Then Into a Different Rio

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour - The 14-Hour Reality Check, Bus Out and Boat On

3.Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,673 reviews · 14 hours · from $77

Full-day Rio tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande: Blue and Green Lagoons, beach swims, sea-view buffet lunch, expert guides.

“An absolutely amazing day trip! The Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande tour was one of the highlights of our stay in Rio. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, beautiful small islands, and relaxing stops for swimming and snorkeling — exactly as described. Everything was well organized, the transfer was punctual, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The boat was comfortable and not overcrowded, and we had plenty of time to enjoy each stop and take great photos. Excellent value for money. Highly recommended for anyone who loves nature, the ocean, and a relaxing day away from the city! 🌴🌊”

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour - Fortresses, Boa Viagem Island, and Niterói Museum views from the bay

4.Sunset Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 994 reviews · 3 hours · from $75

Sunset sailing in Guanabara Bay from Marina da Glória. Small-group Rio views, caipirinhas, snacks, and time to swim in 3 hours.

“We had such an amazing time. The yacht took us to all areas of the bay, time for pictures in front of sugar loaf, swimming for those who were brave enough. Close up views of the vessels in the bay, planes landing. All accompanied by drinks and snacks. Only 10 people on out cruise so felt very private. One of our highlights of our trip❤️”

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Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour - Pickup, meeting points, and why the early start matters

5.Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 857 reviews · 7 hours · from $68

Rio highlights in 7 hours, early Christ, Tijuca rainforest at Parque Lage, Cathedral and Municipal Theater, Selaron Steps, plus optional Sugarloaf sunset drop-off.

“I had a really great time on this experience! The driver was excellent—safe, punctual, and professional. But the real highlight was the tour guide—absolutely amazing. They shared fascinating historical facts that really captured my interest, which I appreciated even more than just taking pictures. The tour was efficient, thorough, and engaging from start to finish. I’d definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking to learn something new and have a meaningful time.”

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar - Getting on board in Urca, and the quick transfer to the main boat

6.Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 785 reviews · 3 hours · from $57Top rated

Sunset sail from Urca in Guanabara Bay with open-bar caipirinhas, snacks, and a chance to swim, plus big Rio skyline views.

“I absolutely loved this - and it's a great way to see a different part of Rio. Paola and the team were super nice and fun. Highly recommend!!”

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Rio de Janeiro: Guided Jeep Tour through Tijuca Rainforest

Rio de Janeiro: Guided Jeep Tour through Tijuca Rainforest - The open-top jeep ride, why it changes the experience

7.Guided Jeep Tour through Tijuca Rainforest

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 740 reviews · 4 hours · from $90

Ride an open-top jeep into Tijuca rainforest, learn Atlantic Forest restoration, then take an easy 1-hour hike with great Rio viewpoints.

“Our guide Jorge was amazing for knowledge and language skills, being fluent in six languages. He was personable and full of information about the plant and animal life. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Jeep Adventure: Guided Tour through Tijuca Rain Forest

Jeep Adventure: Guided Tour through Tijuca Rain Forest - The Gentle Hike: Cascatinha Taunay and the Real Rainforest Feeling

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail - Walking Tour Inside Samba City: What the Entrance Tells You

Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Tour with…

Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Tour with… - Hotel Pickup and How the Van Timeline Plays Out

11.Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Tour with…

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 499 reviews · 9 hours · from $141

Guided van day tour in Rio with Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, major landmarks, and lunch included, plus hotel pickup and drop-off.

“It was a well organised trip, including all of the main things that a visitor should see. The tour guide Marco was very friendly and helpful. Totally recommend!”

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Paraty: Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

Paraty: Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour - Getting from Av. Roberto Silveira to Serra da Bocaina by 4x4

12.Paraty: Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 491 reviews · 6 hours · from $37

6-hour Paraty jeep tour through Serra da Bocaina, with Pedra Branca waterfalls, the Tobogã rock slide, Poço do Tarzan swimming, and cachaça tasting.

“A trip really well worth the money that you pay, lots of variety throughout the day! English speaking guide which was really important for us, it was quite difficult to find English speaking guides in Paraty so this was a great bonus! Definitely recommend!”

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Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Top Tour with Local Guide

Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Top Tour with Local Guide - Praça Corumbá, a Short Transfer, and How the Route Gets You Oriented Fast

13.Favela Santa Marta Top Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 488 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $28

Community-led Santa Marta tour with Michael Jackson Square, samba, film spots, and gardens. 3 hours, $28.

“The favela is quite small but very beautiful! Our guide was so nice and she explained all what we need and she answered all our questions. Nice to meet her and the favela is nice! Have to so it!”

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Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island

Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island - The Bus Ride From Rio Is Not a Small Detail

14.Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 469 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $90

Full-day schooner cruise from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island with beach stops, snorkeling time, and included lunch.

“Ana was our tour guide and honestly other than telling us in the morning which bus to get on, we didn’t hear anything else from her. We did seek her out near the end of the tour to ask what was happening when the boat pulled up to a beach for about 10 minutes and then pulled back out and sat about 200 meters off shore. She said “you were told that you get get off the boat for about 20 minutes if you chose to” however when we said no one told us we could get off she defensively said yes you were, someone came and told you. We…”

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Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour

Pedra do Telégrafo Hike and Beach Full-Day Tour - Getting to the trailhead, without wasting your morning