Rio de Janeiro Sightseeing Bus
Route & Stops
The Rio de Janeiro sightseeing bus will take you on a 3-hour tour of more than 30 sights of the city. Along the way, you'll enjoy a mix of culture, music and unbeatable views.
From the moment you step into the vehicle, you'll feel the magic of Rio thanks to the soundtrack that brings together the best of samba, Brazilian folk music and other traditional genres. In addition, at some points a dancer from a samba school will entertain you with a lively performance dressed in Rio Carnival costumes.
Along the way, you'll see iconic landmarks such as the Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. You'll also marvel at the Arcos da Lapa, the colourful Escadaria Selarón and the Sambódromo, where the Carnival troupes parade every year. The route also passes through the Tijuca National Park, the green lung of the city.
Of course, the route will include the streets of the south zone and Largo Boticario. The Copacabana promenade and the Aterro do Flamengo, where you'll enjoy unparalleled views of the bay and the coastline, are not to be missed. Plus, all of this will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide!
You can check out the 26 stops on the map by clicking on the following link:
How Does it Work?
Once you use your Rio sightseeing bus ticket for the first time, you can use it for 1 day. The stops where you can get on the bus are as follows:
- Atlantic Casino
- Stops 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Avenida Atlantica in Leme and Copacabana Beach
- Hilton Hotel
However, you can get off the bus at any of its 26 stops as often as you wish during the ticket's validity time.
Schedule & Frequency
The Rio de Janeiro sightseeing bus runs on from Wednesday to Monday between 9:15 am and 7:15 pm with a frequency of 30 minutes.
More Information
Duration
1 day.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Included
Unlimited use of the Rio de Janeiro sightseeing bus for 1 day
English–speaking guide
Music and entertainment on board
Wifi on board
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Rio Samba Bus
Corporate name: Samba Bus-City Tour, Viagens e Transporte Turístico LTDA
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Does the bus have toilets?
A - No. However, emergency stops can be made if necessary.
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Q - Does the bus still run on rainy days?
A - Yes, in this case, the journey would be made in an enclosed bus to offer more comfort.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
