Brazil · Architecture

6-Hour Rio de Janeiro and Niterói Tour with Niemeyer Way and MAC

6 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness breathtaking views of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf from Dona Marta
02 Explore Flamengo Park, the largest public park and recreation area in Rio de Janeiro
03 Discover the architectural wonders of Niemeyer Way in Niterói
04 Marvel at the Rio-Niterói Bridge crossing Guanabara Bay
05 Visit the acclaimed MAC Museum, a world-renowned cultural treasure

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Rio de Janeiro on this comprehensive tour, taking in iconic views of Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf from Dona Marta. Explore Flamengo Park and Santa Teresa Ruins Park, admire the engineering marvel of the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and ascend to Niterói City Park for sweeping vistas. The experience also showcases the architectural legacy of Oscar Niemeyer along Niemeyer Way and concludes with a visit to the acclaimed MAC Museum.

See the impressive views of Christ the Redeemer Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Rio de Janeiro, Niterói, Tijuca Forest

Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rio de Janeiro and Niterói Scenic and Architectural Tour

Start the tour by visiting the Dona Marta Viewpoint, situated 364 meters above sea level in the southern area of Tijuca National Park.
See the impressive views of Christ the Redeemer Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Explore Flamengo Park, the largest public park and recreation area within the city of Rio de Janeiro.
Proceed to Santa Teresa Ruins Park, a public park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion.
Head to see the Rio-Niterói Bridge, which crosses Guanabara Bay, connects the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Niterói, and is the sixth-longest in the world.
Visit Niterói City Park, located at an altitude of 270 meters.
Continue to Niemeyer Way, in the world's second city with the largest number of works designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer.
End the tour by discovering the MAC Museum, considered one of the 7 Wonders of the World when it comes to museums.