Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro State March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Rio de Janeiro State ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rio de Janeiro State Types of activities Where to stay [Rio de Janeiro State travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rio-de-Janeiro-State.dx6052641) ![Ipanema Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/ea4e80f9-2a5e-4ceb-a99c-a9670becefa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507577/b8dac75f-5f93-467c-8b62-61e41841355e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Copacabana Beach which includes mist or fog, a sandy beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/256e653e-e9be-4a57-b096-b663f75a5093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178301/cd29e840-c599-4fef-8390-05c36a639f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178301/f37d39de-c98f-4e8b-b456-3757e64f76a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Rio de Janeiro State ### Tours & day trips [See all 1059 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/442936/971139a8-f257-4cbd-8a6a-c7b12ef081f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ 8h 9.6/10 609 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $114 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-the-redeemer-by-van-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a442936.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388524/aa600384-1829-4d35-87b7-71e3dece4c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch 14h 7.8/10 75 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-full-day-from-rio-with-boat-ride-lunch.a388524.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/564731/283f4f0d-8749-406a-846e-fa204da2f827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ 8h 9.6/10 101 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $232 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-by-train-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a564731.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1568260/8e48431f-8289-49e2-9580-94b904430cc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande 16h 9.4/10 3 verified reviews CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-ilha-grande.a1568260.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2693224/d11c7e82-6a02-43fe-ae6f-38d657971dd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer 8m 8.8/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $269 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-helicopter-tour-christ-the-redeemer.a2693224.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/638963/8de94e54-14b0-4b00-9c9e-c85695b6b498.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden 4h 9.2/10 35 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tijuca-forest-and-botanical-garden.a638963.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1568264/cef45e0a-3c64-4a23-a3bf-6d432866e047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari 12h 10/10 1 verified review CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pedra-do-telegrafo-praia-de-grumari.a1568264.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/458478/f9d5a2ed-83d0-4874-a165-bc512a047028.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps 10h 8.8/10 37 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-sugarloaf-mountain-christ-the-redeemer-selaron-steps.a458478.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388512/c878b91c-7539-48e5-aebf-2189a17eb92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer 4h 8.8/10 26 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-rio-de-janeiro-santa-teresa-tour-with-transfer.a388512.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46273043/4024bfe7-1c3c-4703-95ae-b76617bb4432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min 30m 9.8/10 21 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $361 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-helicopter-tour-rio-de-janeiro-in-30min.a46273043.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 380 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/564731/283f4f0d-8749-406a-846e-fa204da2f827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ 8h 9.6/10 101 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $232 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-by-train-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a564731.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388512/c878b91c-7539-48e5-aebf-2189a17eb92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer 4h 8.8/10 26 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-rio-de-janeiro-santa-teresa-tour-with-transfer.a388512.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49007731/4c7ff025-0ee1-4639-943c-5064f37d81e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail 1h 30m+ 9.6/10 78 GetYourGuide reviews CA $35 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-carnival-backstage-tour-at-samba-city-with-cocktail.a49007731.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2689505/73dd2b59-d9be-4ccc-9280-fdcc1f7d0acc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete 9h 8.6/10 33 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-day-in-rio-de-janeiro-all-inclusive-complete-city-tour-by-pepe-rio-tours.a2689505.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio Favela Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4822072/0a3d1999-64d1-4fa1-88e5-f24b6da0f2d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Favela Tour 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $51 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/vidigal-favela-tour.a4822072.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/546390/9e205fef-75d1-4a73-99b8-0d62f6deb52f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour 5h 9.6/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/christ-the-redeemer-rio-de-janeiro-half-day-city-tour.a546390.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48221208/34cfa575-79dc-41ca-bba4-68f3495f0359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket 1d 8.4/10 43 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-maracana-stadium-official-entrance-ticket.a48221208.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Marine Aquarium Entry Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48427562/d94863e6-a159-475c-8a86-f822e6ecb5d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Marine Aquarium Entry Tickets 6.8/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-marine-aquarium-entry-tickets.a48427562.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/546223/e4c13749-39d5-4679-ba11-a3f189490a0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf 9h 7/10 10 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $155 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-rio-de-janeiro-tour-with-lunch-christ-sugarloaf.a546223.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full Day City Tour with Tickets, Lunch and Hotel Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2706617/c8e59e71-0d87-4453-87cf-8ca73a19b234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day City Tour with Tickets, Lunch and Hotel Transport 10h 8/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-day-in-christ-the-redeemer-sugarloaf-mountain-sambadrome-lapa-maracana-with-lunch.a2706617.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 305 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388512/c878b91c-7539-48e5-aebf-2189a17eb92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer 4h 8.8/10 26 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-rio-de-janeiro-santa-teresa-tour-with-transfer.a388512.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46273043/4024bfe7-1c3c-4703-95ae-b76617bb4432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min 30m 9.8/10 21 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $361 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-helicopter-tour-rio-de-janeiro-in-30min.a46273043.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237757/544dd02b-8f65-466f-8667-dc5b35dbc610.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min 20m Free cancellation available CA $333 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-helicopter-tour-rio-de-janeiro-in-20min.a48237757.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Private Sunrise Tour at Mirante Dona Marta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4771751/b88f394f-97de-41e5-a79d-e6a1b065df0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Private Sunrise Tour at Mirante Dona Marta 2h 30m 9.6/10 31 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $163 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-private-sunrise-tour-at-mirante-dona-marta.a4771751.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Tandem Paragliding Flight Rotorfly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204204/3aceb10c-2f40-4b21-961b-71b795191103.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Tandem Paragliding Flight Rotorfly 2h 30m 9.8/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $310 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-tandem-paragliding-flight.a5204204.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50064010/b65f5a97-ad54-4389-bd20-60b06e61afe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro 4h+ 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $823 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-speedboat-tour-in-rio-de-janeiro.a50064010.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4396450/8bdea560-1250-4bc1-94d3-050ecbb5081e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour 1h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $52 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/buggy-ride-in-buzios-by-buziana-tour.a4396450.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4781081/b07228a2-6b42-4e49-9c9c-1535e5bff08f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio 6h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $159 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-private-e-bike-tour-in-rio.a4781081.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full-Day Private Tour of Rio with Pick Up](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5247234/ae6158e1-a650-461d-9922-e62ad6bb42f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Private Tour of Rio with Pick Up 8h 10/10 40 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $579 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-of-rio-with-pick-up.a5247234.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private Rio de Janeiro Stopover Transfer & Tour from Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388504/bd24c55e-2bb3-467b-af10-a0a4aedabfc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Rio de Janeiro Stopover Transfer & Tour from Airport 5h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $220 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-rio-de-janeiro-stopover-transfer-tour-from-airport.a388504.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 261 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47898445/49d51ac8-f27b-470d-8eaf-27014420a3be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour 12h 6.8/10 91 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/daylong-excursion-to-angra-dos-reis-and-ilha-grande.a47898445.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2666672/057b990f-f979-4f6a-a701-0d7974b25c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River 2h 9.8/10 171 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $346 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-hang-gliding-or-paragliding-in-rio.a2666672.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Tijuca National Park and all its wonders](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5054970/32cfe914-0b24-4639-8673-4f7d51485a7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tijuca National Park and all its wonders 5h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tijuca-national-park-and-all-its-wonders.a5054970.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2699375/e83b44e0-2c66-4c7f-b655-3c6f480d895e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide 3h 10/10 61 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/favela-tour-rio-de-janeiro-vidigal-walking-tour-by-russo-guide.a2699375.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Tijuca Forest Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1042346/3300b286-de9b-4d62-ad55-12bcbbcbbb55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tijuca Forest Jeep Tour 4h 8.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tijuca-forest-jeep-tour.a1042346.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204669/40ea5e1d-9b33-447c-9d88-fb6c2510ef5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight 2h 30m 9.8/10 116 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $387 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-hang-gliding-tandem-flight.a5204669.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio: Half-Day Jeep Tour at Floresta da Tijuca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4764949/ab192b80-9926-412c-95a3-426cad85498a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio: Half-Day Jeep Tour at Floresta da Tijuca 4h 8.6/10 116 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-half-day-jeep-tour-at-floresta-da-tijuca.a4764949.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5135962/b0b81ac8-402d-4eff-ba5f-c0f69ad54618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro 3h 9.6/10 145 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/favela-tour-rocinha-and-vila-canoas-in-rio-de-janeiro.a5135962.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1042328/13ed2217-2078-4ecd-ab2f-d6e87037ec4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pedra da Gavea Guided Hiking tour 8h 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pedra-da-gavea-guided-hiking-tour.a1042328.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Paragliding or Hang Gliding Experience in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2706215/d1e9dc20-3a71-49cb-9e08-2bf8411ff9ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paragliding or Hang Gliding Experience in Rio de Janeiro 1h 10/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $439 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paragliding-or-hang-gliding-experience-in-rio-de-janeiro.a2706215.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 118 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388524/aa600384-1829-4d35-87b7-71e3dece4c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch 14h 7.8/10 75 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-full-day-from-rio-with-boat-ride-lunch.a388524.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3888536/0b353f62-f1fb-47fb-a5c0-5f7cfa9298b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour 14h 8/10 15 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arraial-do-cabo-with-boat-tour.a3888536.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46267632/01e214b9-2e9b-47f6-95c3-5be1670034ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar 3h 10/10 225 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-sunset-sailboat-tour-with-drinks.a46267632.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/546144/04ce0259-07d0-4bab-8a21-3d32316db792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch 14h 7/10 8 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-buzios-from-rio-with-boat-ride-lunch.a546144.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237757/544dd02b-8f65-466f-8667-dc5b35dbc610.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min 20m Free cancellation available CA $333 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-helicopter-tour-rio-de-janeiro-in-20min.a48237757.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/661047/44fbbf78-c916-4ff1-9de1-749c6b97940e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises. 16h 15m 9.4/10 3 verified reviews CA $98 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-buzios-tour-one-of-the-brazilian-paradises.a661047.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46321836/2fcb7cbb-4342-4536-8171-1109ef1da153.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro 3h 9.2/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sailboat-ride-on-the-river.a46321836.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Full Day in Búzios with Catamaran Boat Tour and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48987258/bb56557a-aae0-4053-9555-ffa3e304f324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day in Búzios with Catamaran Boat Tour and Lunch 13h 2/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-buzios-with-catamaran-boat-tour-and-lunch.a48987258.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Morning Sailing Tour in Rio de Janeiro - DDRio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46210812/63bcad7f-5131-46f0-998f-123a6298db58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Morning Sailing Tour in Rio de Janeiro - DDRio 3h 10/10 39 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-morning-sailing-tour-in-rio-de-janeiro.a46210812.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ![Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/212884/b496c34c-65df-49c8-ba9e-c7a8d2248a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise 12h 8/10 16 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-and-ilha-grande-day-trip-with-schooner-cruise.a212884.activity-details?&rid=6052641&location=Rio+de+Janeiro+State&swp=off) ## What to do in Rio de Janeiro State --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rio de Janeiro State ![Copacabana Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/e5cac5b6-428d-4a6a-8dd1-aaa57aa140c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Copacabana Beach More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play. [](https://expedia.ca/Copacabana-Beach-Copacabana.d6004817.Vacation-Attraction) ![Corcovado showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502459/257a5a3b-1335-4e25-bdc8-cae983fd96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christ the Redeemer This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue. [](https://expedia.ca/Christ-The-Redeemer-Alto-da-Boa-Vista.d502459.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ipanema Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/cda01e16-e017-4555-8e6b-6ca736abd4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ipanema Beach See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Ipanema-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rua das Pedras which includes a small town or village and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159476/c24b5bd5-6a76-4f06-aadb-690f3360c651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rua das Pedras Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark. [](https://expedia.ca/Rua-Das-Pedras-Downtown-Buzios.d6159476.Vacation-Attraction) ![Geriba Beach featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159469/410e893e-0d7f-4d2e-93c0-800c6cb63ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Geriba Beach Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region. [](https://expedia.ca/Geriba-Beach-Praia-de-Geriba.d6159469.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maracana Stadium which includes interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/1ae04971-f0c7-456c-8ad8-aaf783a4f89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maracanã Stadium To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums. [](https://expedia.ca/Maracana-Stadium-Maracana.d502470.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222783/1b6518f2-d7d3-43b1-ac7c-ac8418645d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.ca/Recreio-Dos-Bandeirantes-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6222783.Vacation-Attraction) ![Forte Beach showing general coastal views, surfing and waves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219649/d8a76d11-728d-4a30-bad4-bcd8b03aca36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forte Beach Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls. [](https://expedia.ca/Forte-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro-State.d6219649.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sugar Loaf Mountain featuring mountains and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502461/d49b73c7-b318-4382-988d-aab236666e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sugar Loaf Mountain Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue. [](https://expedia.ca/Sugar-Loaf-Mountain-Urca.d502461.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Rio de Janeiro State ![Copacabana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178498/e4b08dd8-3318-4c31-8253-ebb63d58d84e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Copacabana 4.5/5(137 area reviews) Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Copacabana.dx178498) ![Ipanema featuring markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053031/9ec76b55-e702-4437-bfcb-4bb4fe213505.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ipanema 4.5/5(17 area reviews) Surrounded by elegant development, Ipanema's beach boasts vibrant beach culture, with daily gatherings of surfers, sunbathers, and sports enthusiasts. Stroll along the grid-like streets to explore world-class restaurants, shops, and the bustling Ipanema Hippie Market. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Ipanema.dx6053031) ![Barra da Tijuca showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053030/2beed6be-4033-48ba-9fab-8e2197be81b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barra da Tijuca 4.5/5(13 area reviews) Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Barra-Da-Tijuca.dx6053030) ![Ipanema and Leblon beach and mountain Dois Irmao](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181127/71d79149-7d37-4f95-b873-2e0b7574de68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Leblon 5/5(3 area reviews) Wealthy and cosmopolitan, this South Zone gem boasts sights like Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Morro Dois Irmãos, and Jardim de Alah channel. Enjoy lively nightlife with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Leblon.dx181127) ![Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562484168/4db176bf-aa3b-4e49-a434-01e6baac8d26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rio de Janeiro Centro 3.5/5(21 area reviews) You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Rio-De-Janeiro-Centro.dx6053032) ![RiodeJaneiro_Botafogo_6053033_5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053033/c7a4cb25-ed8e-4fd7-9b43-d2df0a91489a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Botafogo 3.5/5(5 area reviews) Botafogo is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Botafogo.dx6053033) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rio de Janeiro State ![Rio de Janeiro showing general coastal views, a sunset and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178301/4fbf7674-aa10-4ef5-b22e-467f3105242b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rio de Janeiro ![Sundown is amazing there](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178503/90b59427-8c09-4289-932d-b36be94ce904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Niteroi ![landscape with mountains, Nova Iguaçu, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178504/2c0ccf13-db0d-4bac-acf8-cba72be8a94b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nova Iguaçu ![Sugarloaf Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178506/6c4ceffe-3802-482b-85ce-0dd8949c5537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sao Goncalo ![Angra dos Reis featuring a sunset, boating and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180403/9728ae65-9f03-40e4-9da7-bb080fc7b659.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Angra dos Reis ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180406/728bf620-2aad-418a-adc8-2623bb05db8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mangaratiba ![Volta Redonda RJ - Vila Santa Cecília ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181121/ef93d13a-0dc8-48dc-abd0-431d834e4739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Volta Redonda ![Prainha Beach featuring a sandy beach, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219743/49775e2c-fd64-4f55-b78b-c9d8baa52c42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Búzios ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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