6 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.

Get in touch with nature at Copacabana Beach and Pedra do Arpoador. Do some cultural sightseeing at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro and Morro Dois Irmaos. Next up on the itinerary: take in panoramic vistas at Mirante Dona Marta, stroll around Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba, contemplate the waterfront views at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, and wander the streets of Leme.

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In January in Rio de Janeiro, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night.