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What are the top attractions in Rio De Janeiro?
Must-see places, ranked by popularity
Quick answer 16 top-rated attractions in Rio De Janeiro, ranked by traveler popularity. Tickets & tours bookable via Viator with free cancellation on most experiences.
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★ 4.8
Christ the Redeemer
Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio d...
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★ 4.7
Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho
R. Prof. Eurico Rabelo - Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro - ...
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★ 4.7
Museu do Amanhã
Praça Mauá, 1 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-2...
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★ 4.6
Escadaria Selarón
R. Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - ...
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★ 4.6
AquaRio
Praça Muhammad Ali - Via Binário do Porto, s/n - Gam...
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★ 4.8
Copacabana Fort (Army History Museum and Copacabana Fort)
Praça Cel. Eugênio Franco, 1, Posto 6 - Copacabana, ...
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★ 4.8
Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
R. Primeiro de Março, 66 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - ...
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★ 4.7
Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de J...
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★ 4.6
Parque Lage
R. Jardim Botânico, 414 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Ja...
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★ 4.6
Quinta da Boa Vista
Parque Quinta da Boa Vista - Imperial de São Cristóv...
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★ 4.8
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Praça Floriano, S/N - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 2...
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★ 4.7
Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Av. República do Chile, 245 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro...
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★ 4.8
Museu da República (Palácio do Catete)
R. do Catete, 153 - Catete, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 222...
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★ 4.6
Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas
Campo de São Cristóvão - Imperial de São Cristóvão, ...
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★ 4.5
Sambódromo Marquês de Sapucaí
R. Marquês de Sapucaí - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro...
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★ 4.7
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária
Praça Pio X, s/n - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 2004...
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What are the best tours and experiences in Rio De Janeiro?
Hop-on-hop-off, food tours, day trips, skip-the-line tickets
Quick answer Top tour formats in Rio De Janeiro include hop-on-hop-off bus loops, food and walking tours, day trips, and skip-the-line attraction tickets. All bookable through Viator or GetYourGuide with free cancellation on most options.
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Where to eat and go out in Rio De Janeiro?
Restaurants, bars, and entertainment
Quick answer Browse top-rated restaurants, nightlife venues, and live shows happening now in Rio De Janeiro. Listings ranked by traveler ratings; tickets and tables bookable directly through partner sites.
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Fogo de Chão$$$$
★ 4.8
Marius Degustare$$$$
★ 4.8
Confeitaria Colombo$$$
★ 4.4
Mocellin SteakhouseRestaurant
★ 4.7
Mercado de PeixeRestaurant
★ 4.6
Terra Brasilis$$
★ 4.6
Bar e Restaurante Urca$$$
★ 4.5
Rio StarRestaurant
★ 4.5
Nightlife
Boa Praça$$$
★ 4.7
Churrascaria Palace$$$
★ 4.7
Pavão Azul Bar$$
★ 4.4
Circo Voador$$
★ 4.7
Boteco Belmonte$$
★ 4.4
Joaquina$$
★ 4.7
El Misti Hostel IpanemaBar / Club
★ 4.7
Buxixo Choperia$$
★ 4.3
Shows & Events
Diego Besou | Rica de Experiência - Teatro da IlhaAug 21
Daniel Boaventura no Qualistage - Rio de Janeiro - 22/08/2026Aug 22
Gio da Família Brasileira - Teatro da IlhaAug 22
Jon Secada no Qualistage - RJAug 28
Daniela Araújo - A Turnê - Teatro da IlhaAug 28
Jorge Aragão no Qualistage - RJAug 29
College FootballAug 29
Tiago Iorc - Rio de JaneiroAug 29
Where can I shop in Rio De Janeiro?
Malls, markets, and retail districts
Quick answer Top shopping destinations in Rio De Janeiro from major malls to local markets. Browse the rail below for hours, locations, and ratings.
★ 4.6
Shopping Nova América
Av. Pastor Martin Luther King Jr., 126 - Del Ca...
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★ 4.6
NorteShopping RJ
Av. Dom Hélder Câmara, 5474 - Cachambi, Rio de ...
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★ 4.6
Shopping RioSul
Rua Lauro Müller, 116 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeir...
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★ 4.6
Plaza Shopping
Rua Quinze de Novembro, 8 - Centro, Niterói - R...
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★ 4.5
Mercadão Madureira
Av. Min. Edgard Romero, 239 - Madureira, Rio de...
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★ 4.5
Shopping Tijuca
Av. Maracanã, 987 - Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ...
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★ 4.5
Carioca Shopping
Av. Vicente de Carvalho, 909 - Vila da Penha, R...
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★ 4.4
Madureira Shopping
Madureiraㅤ - R. Antônio de Abreu - Madureira, ...
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★ 4.4
Shopping Grande Rio
R. Maria Soares Sendas, 111 - Parque Barreto, S...
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★ 4.6
Shopping Leblon
Av. Afrânio de Melo Franco, 290 - Leblon, Rio d...
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★ 4.5
Municipal Market RJ - CADEG
R. Cap. Félix, 110 - Benfica, Rio de Janeiro - ...
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★ 4.4
Botafogo Praia Shopping
Praia de Botafogo, 400 - Botafogo, Rio de Janei...
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★ 4.3
Caxias Shopping
Rod. Washington Luiz, 2895 - Parque Duque, Duqu...
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★ 4.4
São Gonçalo Shopping
Av. São Gonçalo, 100 - Boa Vista, São Gonçalo -...
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★ 4.4
Shopping Boulevard
R. Barão de São Francisco, 236 - Vila Isabel, R...
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★ 4.2
Shopping Jardim Guadalupe
Av. Brasil, 22155 - Guadalupe, Rio de Janeiro -...
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What events are happening in Rio De Janeiro?
Concerts, sports & shows in the next 90 days
Quick answer 38 upcoming events in Rio De Janeiro across the next 90 days, including concerts, sports, and live shows. Tickets via Ticketmaster.
Arts & TheatreDiego Besou | Rica de Experiência - Teatro da Ilha
Aug 21, 2026
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ConcertDaniel Boaventura no Qualistage - Rio de Janeiro - 22/08/2026
Aug 22, 2026
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Arts & TheatreGio da Família Brasileira - Teatro da Ilha
Aug 22, 2026
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ConcertJon Secada no Qualistage - RJ
Aug 28, 2026
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ConcertDaniela Araújo - A Turnê - Teatro da Ilha
Aug 28, 2026
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ConcertJorge Aragão no Qualistage - RJ
Aug 29, 2026
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SportsCollege Football
Aug 29, 2026
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ConcertTiago Iorc - Rio de Janeiro
Aug 29, 2026
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Arts & TheatreGato Galáctico no Qualistage
Aug 30, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 4, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 4, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 5, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 5, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 6, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 6, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 7, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 11, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 11, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 12, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 12, 2026
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EventPrimeira Classe Rock in Rio - Shopping Eldorado - São Paulo
Sep 13, 2026
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Rock in Rio
Sep 13, 2026
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ConcertRitchie e Pato Fu no Qualistage - RJ
Sep 26, 2026
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SportsNFL Rio Game 2026: Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys
Sep 27, 2026
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Arts & Theatre
AUG
21
Diego Besou | Rica de Experiência - Teatro da Ilha
Estrada do Galeão, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
AUG
22
Daniel Boaventura no Qualistage - Rio de Janeiro - 22/08/2026
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Arts & Theatre
AUG
22
Gio da Família Brasileira - Teatro da Ilha
Estrada do Galeão, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
AUG
28
Jon Secada no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
AUG
28
Daniela Araújo - A Turnê - Teatro da Ilha
Estrada do Galeão, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
AUG
29
Jorge Aragão no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Sports
AUG
29
College Football
R. José dos Reis 425, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
AUG
29
Tiago Iorc - Rio de Janeiro
Av. Infante Dom Henrique 85, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Arts & Theatre
AUG
30
Gato Galáctico no Qualistage
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Frequently asked questions about Rio De Janeiro
Common traveler questions answered
What are the top things to do in Rio De Janeiro?
Rio De Janeiro offers world-class attractions, guided tours, restaurants, nightlife, shopping districts and live events. Explore the rails above for ranked attractions, food & drink picks, shows and experiences happening in the next 90 days.
How many days do I need in Rio De Janeiro?
Most travelers find 3-5 days is enough to see the main attractions in Rio De Janeiro, with extra time for day trips or beach time. Long weekends (3 days) work for highlight tours; a full week lets you slow down and explore neighborhoods, cuisine and nearby destinations.
What's the best way to get around Rio De Janeiro?
Public transport, walking, taxis and rideshares cover most central areas. Renting a car gives you the most flexibility for day trips, beaches, and destinations outside the city center, with all major suppliers available at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG).
When is the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro?
Shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) typically offer the best balance of weather, crowds, and prices. Summer brings peak attractions and events but also the highest hotel rates and longest queues. Check current event listings above to align your visit with festivals or shows that interest you.
Where is the best area to stay in Rio De Janeiro?
Central neighborhoods near top attractions are convenient for first-time visitors. Compare hotel rates from hundreds of sites using the KAYAK link in the sidebar to find the right balance of price, location, and amenities for your trip.
Do I need a car in Rio De Janeiro?
It depends on your itinerary. For city-focused trips with central hotels, public transport and rideshares often work fine. If you plan beach days, day trips, or visits to suburbs and surrounding areas, a rental car is usually faster and cheaper than booking individual transfers.