902 Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro - Compared & Priced
Compared across Viator & TripAdvisor · Prices from $1.15
What to do in Rio de Janeiro spans hiking tours, day trips to nearby attractions, cultural experiences, and boat tours. Take Maracana Stadium (Estádio do Maracanã): one attraction, sold across 18 separate marketplaces at prices that never match. This page ranks Rio de Janeiro's standouts and prices each, then BookingWolf beats the lowest - instantly where we can, by negotiating with the operator where we can't.
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro's tour catalogue features 902 bookable experiences, with Day Trips (379) and Transport (128) being the largest categories. Urca Hiking Tour leads with 15,755 reviews, showcasing the popularity of outdoor activities.
What Sets Rio de Janeiro Apart
Strong focus on outdoor activities
High volume of day trip options
Diverse cultural experiences available
Top Activities in Rio de Janeiro
The best-rated option in each category, side by side.
Confirmation: 88% confirm instantly when you book — no waiting on operator approval.
How long they run: The average tour is about 5 hours. The longest is Rio de Janeiro: Sugarloaf Cable Car Official Ticket by Ingresso com desconto at 24 hours — pack accordingly.
What you'll pay: The median Rio de Janeiro tour is around $117; the cheapest options sit well below that and the longest day-trips well above. Each tour on this page shows the current price on Viator and TripAdvisor.
Cancellation, confirmation and pricing vary by tour — confirm on the booking site before paying.
When to Go & What to Budget
Price band: mixed
Notes: With tours starting at $1.15, options are available for various budgets.
Urca Hiking Tour is highly rated with 4.9 stars from 15,755 reviews, making it a top choice for hiking enthusiasts.
What cultural experiences are available in Rio de Janeiro?
Cultural tours include the Carioca Tropical Tour Operator, rated 5 stars with 524 reviews, priced at $73.77.
Are there any boat tours in Rio de Janeiro?
Experience Rio offers boat tours rated 5 stars, with 252 reviews, priced at $97.32.
What is the price range for tours in Rio de Janeiro?
Tours in Rio de Janeiro start from $1.15, with options across various categories including adventure and food tours.
How We Compared Rio de Janeiro's Tours
We checked 902 Rio de Janeiro tours across Viator and TripAdvisor in May 2026, grouped them by activity type, and picked the standout in each based on rating, review volume, and price. Ratings draw on the verified reviews aggregated under each operator. Prices were last checked in May 2026 and change — confirm on the booking site before paying.
