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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
Maracanã
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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★ 4.6
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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★ 4.6
Pedra do Sal
R. Tia Ciata - Saúde, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-040...
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★ 4.6
Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 85 - Parque do Flamengo, R...
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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
Mercado de PeixeRestaurant
★ 4.6
Terra Brasilis$$
★ 4.6
Bar e Restaurante Urca$$$
★ 4.5
Rio StarRestaurant
★ 4.5
Rio Scenarium$$$
★ 4.6
Nightlife
Boa Praça$$$
★ 4.7
Churrascaria Palace$$$
★ 4.7
Pavão Azul Bar$$
★ 4.4
Circo Voador$$
★ 4.7
Boteco Belmonte$$
★ 4.4
Joaquina$$
★ 4.7
El Misti Hostel IpanemaBar / Club
★ 4.7
Boteco Belmonte$$
★ 4.3
Shows & Events
Martinho da Vila & Mart'nália | Pai e Filha - Rio de JaneiroMay 30
Nubya Garcia | Queremos! no Manouche - RJJun 2
Anavitória no Qualistage - RJJun 5
Tiquequê e Grupo Triii no Qualistage - RJJun 7
Kid Abelha - Rio de JaneiroJun 12
Chico Chico no Qualistage - RJJun 12
Rodrigo Teaser no Qualistage - RJJun 14
Roupa Nova no Qualistage - RJJun 27
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
Shopping Tijuca
Av. Maracanã, 987 - Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ...
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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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★ 4.4
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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★ 4.4
Bossa Nova Mall
Av. Alm. Silvio de Noronha, 365 - Centro, Rio d...
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★ 4.3
Mercado Popular Uruguaiana
Metro - R. Uruguaiana - Centro, Rio de Janeiro ...
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★ 4.3
Shopping da Gávea
R. Marquês de São Vicente, 52 - Gávea, Rio de J...
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★ 4.2
Ilha Plaza
Av. Maestro Paulo e Silva, 400 - Jardim Carioca...
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★ 4.2
Multicenter
Estr. Francisco da Cruz Nunes, 6501 - Itaipu, N...
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★ 4.2
Fashion Mall
Estr. da Gávea, 899 - São Conrado, Rio de Janei...
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What events are happening in Rio De Janeiro?
Concerts, sports & shows in the next 90 days
Quick answer 21 upcoming events in Rio De Janeiro across the next 90 days, including concerts, sports, and live shows. Tickets via Ticketmaster.
ConcertMartinho da Vila & Mart'nália | Pai e Filha - Rio de Janeiro
May 30, 2026
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ConcertNubya Garcia | Queremos! no Manouche - RJ
Jun 2, 2026
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ConcertAnavitória no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 5, 2026
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Arts & TheatreTiquequê e Grupo Triii no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 7, 2026
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ConcertKid Abelha - Rio de Janeiro
Jun 12, 2026
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ConcertChico Chico no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 12, 2026
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Rodrigo Teaser no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 14, 2026
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Roupa Nova no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 27, 2026
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ConcertRevelação & Xande de Pilares - Rio de Janeiro
Jun 27, 2026
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Arts & TheatreGabriel e Shirley no Qualistage - RJ
Jun 28, 2026
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Arts & TheatreLuluca Show no Qualistage - RJ
Jul 5, 2026
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SportsUTS Rio
Jul 16, 2026
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SportsUTS Rio 2026 - Dia 2 - 17 de Julho de
Jul 17, 2026
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SportsUTS Rio
Jul 17, 2026
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SportsUTS Rio
Jul 18, 2026
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Djavan - Rio de Janeiro
Aug 1, 2026
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Djavan - Rio de Janeiro
Aug 2, 2026
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ConcertCelebrare no Qualistage - RJ
Aug 7, 2026
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Rosalía: Lux Tour
Aug 10, 2026
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Rosalía: Lux Tour
Aug 11, 2026
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Sticky Fingers - Rio de Janeiro
Aug 11, 2026
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Concert
MAY
30
Martinho da Vila & Mart'nália | Pai e Filha - Rio de Janeiro
Av. Infante Dom Henrique 85, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
2
Nubya Garcia | Queremos! no Manouche - RJ
Rua Jardim Botânico 983, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
5
Anavitória no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Arts & Theatre
JUN
7
Tiquequê e Grupo Triii no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
12
Kid Abelha - Rio de Janeiro
Av. Embaixador Abelardo Bueno 3401, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
12
Chico Chico no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
14
Rodrigo Teaser no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
27
Roupa Nova no Qualistage - RJ
Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Concert
JUN
27
Revelação & Xande de Pilares - Rio de Janeiro
Av. Embaixador Abelardo Bueno 3401, 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.