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A trip for families in Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro: a trip for families

Rio de Janeiro is a great destination for families: things to do with the kids. Here we gather the experiences in Rio de Janeiro that best fit this style, along with the best time to visit (May to September) and where to stay. The idea is simple: the same destination makes for very different trips depending on what you are looking for.

Most reviewed activity in Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro Full-Day Tour + Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain by Minibus★ 8.6 · 338 reviews · from US$ 103 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
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Experiences for families in Rio de Janeiro

Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park Tour
9.6 · 39 reviews

Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park Tour

Enjoy the majestic landscapes that surround Rio on this tour of the National Park of Tijuca and the neighbouring area. Amazing!

7 h
from US$ 55
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Rio de Janeiro Sailboat Trip
9.8 · 29 reviews

Rio de Janeiro Sailboat Trip

Admire the famous Sugar Loaf Mountain from a truly unique perspective with this unforgettable sailboat trip around Rio de Janeiro.

3 h
from US$ 54
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Tijuca National Park Cave & Waterfall Hike
9.7 · 29 reviews

Tijuca National Park Cave & Waterfall Hike

Explore the nature of Rio de Janeiro on this hiking tour in the Tijuca National Park! You'll see stunning waterfalls and amazing caves on this Cave Trail.

5 h
from US$ 77
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Rio de Janeiro Private Boat Tour
9.7 · 27 reviews

Rio de Janeiro Private Boat Tour

Enjoy a day sailing Brazilian waters in the most exclusive way with this Rio de Janeiro Private Boat Tour just for you and your partner, family or friends!

3 h
from US$ 271
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Where to stay

Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Compare hotels and places to stay in Rio de Janeiro on Booking.com, with up-to-date prices and availability, before you book.

Linx Galeao by Wish in Rio de Janeiro 8.8 ★★★ · 399 reviews Linx Galeao by Wish See on Booking → Americas Granada Hotel in Rio de Janeiro 8.5 ★★★★ · 589 reviews Americas Granada Hotel See on Booking → ibis budget RJ Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro 8.2 ★★ · 71 reviews ibis budget RJ Copacabana See on Booking → ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America in Rio de Janeiro 8.1 ★★★ · 36 reviews ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America See on Booking →
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Frequently asked questions

Is Rio de Janeiro a good destination for families?
Yes. Rio de Janeiro has experiences designed for this style of trip (things to do with the kids), and this page gathers the best-rated ones. Pair them with the best time to visit and a place to stay that suits your pace.
Is it worth booking activities in advance?
For the most popular experiences, especially in high season, booking ahead secures your spot. The links lead to booking on Civitatis, where you can see up-to-date prices and availability.
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