Best of Rio de Janeiro

12 top-rated experiences worth your time in Rio de Janeiro — every pick is rated 4.5★ or higher.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 47 bookable experiences

Top highlights: 1. Sunset Tour of Rio with Christ the Redeemer & Sugaloaf Mountain Cable Car Tickets, 4.3★, from R$577 2. Full-Day Tour of Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps and More, 4.2★, from R$339 3. Rio, Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Helicopter Tour, 4.2★, from R$1,775 4. Express Tour of Rio: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain, 4.2★, from R$577 5. AquaRio, Museum of Tomorrow, and Olympic Boulevard Guided Tour, 4.2★, from US$74.90

Category breakdown: tours (17), theatre (7), attractions (1) Price range: US$37 to US$176 (median US$75.79) Best for: Classic city attractions; Walking tours; Live theatre and musicals

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