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 Praia de Ipanema. Do some cultural sightseeing at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro and Morro Dois Irmaos. There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Our Lady of the Candelaria, explore the activities along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, make a trip to Maua Square, and stroll around Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Rio de Janeiro itinerary planner.

In January, daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 28°C.