5 days in Rio de Janeiro Itinerary

Bustling with samba music and all-night street parties, no city encapsulates the spirit of Brazil better than Rio de Janeiro.

Parque Lage and Ilha Fiscal will appeal to history buffs. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Copacabana Beach and Pedra do Arpoador. Get out of town with these interesting Rio de Janeiro side-trips: Petropolis (Museu de Porcelana de Petropolis, Imperial Museum, &more). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Praia de Ipanema, pause for some photo ops at Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, admire the masterpieces at Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro, and look for gifts at Feira da Praca XV.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Rio de Janeiro road trip website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport. In June, daytime highs in Rio de Janeiro are 79°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F.