8 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.

Step out of the city life by going to Copacabana Beach and Praia de Ipanema. Museu de Arte do Rio - MAR and Praia Da Joatinga are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Rio de Janeiro side-trips: Niteroi (Parque Estadual da Serra da Tiririca, Costao de Itacoatiara, &more). There's much more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Morro Dois Irmaos, don't miss a visit to Jerusalem Cultural Center, see the interesting displays at Instituto Moreira Salles, and enjoy the sand and surf at Pedra do Arpoador.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Rio de Janeiro trip planner.

In April, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.