Ultimate 7-Day Rio de Janeiro Adventure Itinerary

Enjoy a traditional Brazilian breakfast at Boteco Belmonte. Then, immerse yourself in the local culture with a Rio de Janeiro Favela Santa Marta Tour with a Local Guide.

Have a unique lunch experience at a local favela restaurant. Afterward, take a Rio de Janeiro 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch to explore various neighborhoods.

For dinner, indulge in contemporary Brazilian cuisine at Irajá Gastrô.

Start your day with a hike in the Tijuca National Park (Parque Nacional da Tijuca) and visit the Cascatinha Taunay waterfall. Grab a quick snack at a local bakery.

Head to Mirante Dona Marta for a breathtaking view of the city. For lunch, enjoy a traditional feijoada at Bar do Mineiro.

In the evening, relax at a local bar in Santa Teresa, such as Bar do Mineiro, known for its caipirinhas.

Explore the Rio de Janeiro Historic Rio and Santa Teresa Half-Day Tour to learn about the city's history. Stop for a coffee at a charming cafe.

Visit the Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) and the Rio de Janeiro Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana de Sao Sebastiao). For lunch, try the famous sandwiches at Cervantes.

Spend the evening exploring the art galleries and boutiques in Santa Teresa. Have dinner at Aprazível, known for its artistic ambiance.

Relax and enjoy the sun at Copacabana Beach (Praia de Copacabana). Have a late breakfast at one of the beach kiosks.

For lunch, try the seafood at Pérgula Restaurant. Afterward, take a helicopter tour for a unique perspective of the city.

Watch the sunset at Arpoador Beach (Praia do Arpoador) and then have a seafood dinner at Palaphita Kitch.

Visit the Maracana Stadium (Estádio do Maracanã) and take a guided tour of this iconic football stadium. Have a traditional Brazilian breakfast at Galeto Sat's.

Explore the Sambadrome (Sambadrome Marques de Sapucaí) and the Cidade do Samba. For lunch, try the local street food.

Enjoy a night of live samba music with a Rio Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba. Stop for dinner at Boteco Belmonte.

Indulge in a gourmet breakfast at Olympe Restaurant. Take a leisurely walk along the Copacabana Beach (Praia de Copacabana).

For your final lunch in Rio, experience the churrascaria at Churrascaria Palace. Spend the afternoon shopping for souvenirs at the Hippie Fair Ipanema.

Conclude your Rio journey with a fine dining experience at Oro Restaurante, known for its contemporary Brazilian cuisine. After dinner, take a stroll along the Ipanema Beach (Praia de Ipanema) and enjoy the vibrant nightlife.