Rio de Janeiro

15 Best Rio City Tours

The city tours here are the ones I would hand a first-timer with two or three days in Rio. Most full-day loops pair Corcovado with Sugarloaf, which sit on opposite sides of town and are slow to link by bus. A good guide turns that geography problem into one easy day.

1.Full Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Maracana and Selaron With Lunch

Adventure awaits in Rio de Janeiro with a captivating tour that includes iconic landmarks, breathtaking views, and a delectable lunch - a day not to be missed.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“The woman in charge was awesome She was professional She was personal She cared She had a sense of humor the made our experience light, fun”

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2.Rios Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Yield to the allure of Rio's Full Day adventure, where vibrant sights, surprises, and a delicious lunch await, making it a day you won't want to miss.

★ 5.0

“This is a wonderful all inclusive excursion. We visited all the main highlights of Rio. Our guide Gustavo was excellent at taking good care of us. He is smart and funny.”

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4.A Day in Rio – Full City Tour

Kaleidoscope of sights and sounds await on the Full City Tour, offering a glimpse into the vibrant culture and stunning landmarks of Rio de Janeiro.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic day in Rio with Cassio our guide and Renalto our amazing driver. Cassio was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Cassio took special care of our mobility issues and always looked out for us.”

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5.Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Maracanã, Selarón & Lunch

Uncover the hidden gems of Rio de Janeiro on a full-day tour that will leave you in awe and craving for more.

★ 4.5

“Our excursion to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain was absolutely incredible. The entire experience was well-organized and enjoyable from beginning to end. Our tour guide, Emma, was outstanding—knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to answer questions. She shared fascinating information about Rio’s history, culture, and…”

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7.Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Lunch and Small Group City Tour

Hang on to your seats as you embark on an action-packed adventure through Rio de Janeiro's iconic landmarks on the Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Lunch and Small Group City Tour.

★ 4.5

“Trip is very complete try not to carry lots of staff don’t need just some thing to drink, or buy there buffet food 🥘 very good and complete as well churrasco very tasty, Gaby is an amazing guide full of energy and happiness and very…”

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8.Sugarloaf Cable Car Ticket

Wish to experience breathtaking views and unforgettable moments? Discover how to secure your Sugarloaf Cable Car ticket and embark on an extraordinary journey above Rio de Janeiro.

★ 4.5

“Easy to use at the box office to get tickets. If there are a lot of people, avoid lines and help make better use of the time in Rio de Janeiro”

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9.The Best Helicopter Flight Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer

Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Rio de Janeiro's Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer from a thrilling helicopter perspective, and prepare to be mesmerized.

★ 5.0

“The moment you walk through the door the staff meet you with big smiles. No hassling no pressuring to buy anything. Everyone was very professional!! The view is amazing highly recommend doing the open door ride!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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11.One Day in Rio De Janeiro – All Inclusive – Complete City Tour

Never miss out on the chance to explore the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes of Rio de Janeiro with this all-inclusive one day tour - an adventure like no other awaits.

★ 4.5

“We had a completely rainy day, but we continued with the tour we had booked. Isabela was incredibly cheerful and turned it into a lovely and memorable experience.”

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12.Day Tour in Rio – Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Lunch and City Tour

Get ready to be mesmerized by the breathtaking beauty of Rio de Janeiro in just one day, as you embark on a day tour that takes you to iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, while also providing a city tour and a delicious lunch - an experience you won't want to…

★ 4.5

“Great way to discover the main points in Rio in a day. Good was also very good. Would recommend, but it’s a long day.”

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13.Private City Tour of Rio De Janeiro

Curiosity ignites as Sarah embarks on a private city tour of Rio De Janeiro, uncovering hidden gems and thrilling adventures that will leave her craving for more.

★ 5.0

“Gus was amazing. Spent eight hours with us showing the us the highlights of Rio. He was very knowledgeable and professional and also kept our teenagers engaged the entire time. Would highly recommend.”

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14.Private Tour: Rio City Essentials Including Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf

Find out the hidden gems and insider information of Rio de Janeiro's city essentials on this private tour, starting with the letter 'F'.

★ 5.0

“We only had one full day in Rio de Janeiro at the end of our cruise and wanted to see as much of the city as possible in our short time there. Flavio arranged an amazing tour of all the places we wanted to see…”

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4.5Rio De Janeiro Half Day With Christ the Redeemer and Selaron3 hours (approx.)$65.00 4.5Santa Teresa, Lapa, and Cinelândia With Tram Ride and Selarón Steps4 hours (approx.)$60.00 5.0A Day in Rio Tour – City Tour With Tickets and Lunch Included8 hours (approx.)$118.00 4.0Sugar Loaf Mountain Half-Day Tour4 hours (approx.)$50.58 5.0Cristo Redentor City Tour: Transfers, Local Guide and Tickets.5 hours (approx.)$54.93 5.0Exclusive Helicopter Flight (2 Passengers)- Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer35 minutes (approx.)$706.10 5.0Private Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã,Sugarloaf, Old Downtown and Selaron8 hours (approx.)$184.42 4.5Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour5 hours (approx.)$74.00 5.0Climb to the Top of Sugarloaf Mountain3 hours (approx.)$98.10 5.0A Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron With Lunch8 hours (approx.)$188.33 5.0Private and Customized City Tour of Rio De Janeiro2 to 10 hours (approx.)$250.00 4.5Half Day in Rio Christ by Train, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Cathedral & Selarón Steps5 hours (approx.)$97.00 5.010-hour Private Tour Rio In One Day: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón, Downtown10 hours (approx.)$264.00 4.5Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour6 hours (approx.)$143.22 5.0Rio Express – Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain5 hours (approx.)$112.20 4.5City Tour Full Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf9 hours (approx.)$126.74 5.0Climb Rios Icon: Sugarloaf Mountain Adventure Hike4 hours (approx.)$74.55 5.0Sugarloaf Mountain Climbing Trail4 hours (approx.)$62.78 5.0Rio De Janeiro City Tour5 hours (approx.)$125.00 4.5Full Day City Tour: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron Staircase, Maracanã8 hours (approx.)$97.00 5.0Full Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, City Tour With Lunch8 hours (approx.)$164.66 5.0Full Day City Tour in Rio De Janeiro8 hours (approx.)$165.00 5.0City Tour of Rio De Janeiro With Entrance Tickets and Lunch8 hours (approx.)$250.39 5.0Rio De Janeiro: Christ the Redeemerand Sugarloaf5 hours (approx.)$180.00