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Rio Samba Bus: Rio de Janeiro Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Tourists enjoying a ride on a Rio de Janeiro hop-on hop-off bus.
Open-top bus tour in Rio de Janeiro with view of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Rio de Janeiro hop-on hop-off bus with tourists at Sambadrome.
Rio de Janeiro hop-on hop-off bus near Ferris wheel.

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(242)

Fabio N

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was an excellent plan, the schedules were respected, the staff was very friendly and provided accurate information, the sites visited were very beautiful, and the buses were very comfortable. I highly recommend this plan for families, couples, or individuals. The weather was perfect, and the air-conditioned transportation was the best. You can enjoy yourself in comfort and peace.

David S

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Walter in the mall was very helpful. The party bus wasn't good for viewing but the next coach was much better. The lady who runs the stop at Selaron steps was really helpful and caring and gave good instructions to get to the Cathedral. The Cathedral is really peaceful and the stained glass inside is beautiful and worth a visit. The tour is good value

Jean D

Couple
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Before leaving, they confirmed the pick-up point via WhatsApp, as many streets were closed due to the street carnival, but the driver managed very well to stick to the planned itinerary. The commentary in three languages was sufficient, and the guide explained any changes to the itinerary. She also warned us about speed bumps and tunnels so that we wouldn't lose our hats, which were very useful in the sun.

Pedro S

Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
We loved the ride! The guide was lovely and very kind! We are definitely going to be back again for the ride. It was super informative and we saw all the cool spots from Rio!

Jens P

Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Good way getting an overview of Rio's intesting points. You still need to ride the train to Santa Teresa, visit the Library and the famous Coffee House at City Center
    • Set off on an immersive journey through Rio's culture, history, and music with a 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass.

    • Visit up to 29 top attractions in the city across one route at your own flexible pace as buses arrive every 45 minutes.

    • Hop on board, soak up stunning views & the hypnotic rhythms of Rio while a trilingual audio guide keeps you company for the ride.

    • Spot the iconic peak of Sugarloaf Mountain, hop up the colorful Selarón Steps, and explore the South Zone's gastronomic wonders.

    • 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

    • Access to Copacabana/Centro City Hop-on Hop-off Musical Panoramic Tour Route

    • Onboard bar (drinks at your expense)

    • Audio guide in English, Portuguese, and Spanish

    • Free Wi-Fi

    • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

  • FREQUENCY45 minutes
    FIRST DEPARTUREShopping Cassino Atlântico at 9:15 AM
    LAST DEPARTUREShopping Cassino Atlântico at 5:15 PM
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    1. Shopping Cassino Atlântico

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    1 attraction

    Museu Histórico do Exército

    4 minutes walk

    2. Post 5 - Copacabana Beach

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    1 attraction
    Copacabana Boardwalk

    Copacabana Boardwalk

    5 minutes walk

    3. Post 4 - Copacabana Beach

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    1 attraction

    Rua Figueiredo Magalhães Market

    4 minutes walk

    4. Post 3 - Copacabana Beach

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    1 attraction

    Avenida Atlântica

    4 minutes walk

    5. Post 2 - Copacabana Beach

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    1 attraction

    Rio de Janeiro Military Club

    17 minutes walk

    6. Hilton Hotel

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    1 attraction

    Parque Estadual da Chacrinha

    6 minutes walk

    7. Shopping Rio Sul - Botafogo Museum

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    1 attraction

    Botafogo Praia Shopping

    6 minutes walk

    8. Sugarloaf Cable Car

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    1 attraction
    Praia Vermelha

    Praia Vermelha

    3 hours 14 minutes walk

    9. Marina Da Glória

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    1 attraction
    Museum of Modern Art (MAM)

    Museum of Modern Art (MAM)

    3 minutes walk

    10. Hotel B&B

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    1 attraction
    Catete Palace

    Catete Palace

    10 minutes walk

    11. Municipal Theatre / Santa Tereza Tram / National Library

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    1 attraction
    Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)

    Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)

    12. Hotels On Senator Dantas Street

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    1 attraction

    Rua do Ouvidor

    8 minutes walk

    13. Selarón Staircase

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    1 attraction

    Circo Voador

    6 minutes walk

    14. Arcos Da Lapa

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    1 attraction

    Sala Cecília Meireles

    4 minutes walk

    15. Metropolitan Cathedral Of Rio De Janeiro

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    1 attraction

    Praça XV & Old Cathedral

    6 minutes walk

    16. Imperial Palace

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    1 attraction

    Passeio Público

    13 minutes walk

    17. Candelária Church / Ccbb / Museum Of Tomorrow / Art Museum / Navy Cultural Space

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    1 attraction
    Museu do Amanhã

    Museu do Amanhã

    7 minutes walk

    18. Aquarium / Port Of Rio / Olympic Boulevard

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    1 attraction
    Porto Maravilha

    Porto Maravilha

    7 minutes walk

    19. Yup Star Rio (Ferris Wheel) / Samba City

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    1 attraction

    Cidade do Samba

    8 minutes walk

    20. Sambódromo

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    1 attraction

    Sapucaí Museum & Exhibits

    1 minute walk

    21. Corcovado Train Station To Christ The Redeemer

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    1 attraction
    Christ the Redeemer

    Christ the Redeemer

    16 minutes walk

    22. Boticário Square / Roberto Marinho House Institute

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    1 attraction

    Instituto Moreira Salles

    5 hours 52 minutes walk

    23. Parque Lage

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    1 attraction
    Escola de Artes Visuais

    Escola de Artes Visuais

    4 minutes walk

    24. Botanical Garden / Lagoa Helipad / Patins Park

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    1 attraction

    Parque dos Patins

    2 minutes walk

    25. Flamengo Museum / Leblon Shopping

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    1 attraction

    Shopping Leblon

    3 minutes walk

    26. Gastronomic Center of Garcia Dávila

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    1 attraction

    Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz

    3 minutes walk

    27. Post 9 - Ipanema Beach

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    1 attraction

    Farme de Amoedo Street

    6 minutes walk

    28. Post 8 - Ipanema Beach

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    1 attraction

    Parque Garota de Ipanema

    5 minutes walk
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 242 reviews

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    Guests from Germany, Mexico, Portugal and over 10 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Fabio N

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    It was an excellent plan, the schedules were respected, the staff was very friendly and provided accurate information, the sites visited were very beautiful, and the buses were very comfortable. I highly recommend this plan for families, couples, or individuals. The weather was perfect, and the air-conditioned transportation was the best. You can enjoy yourself in comfort and peace.

    David S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Mar 2026
    Walter in the mall was very helpful. The party bus wasn't good for viewing but the next coach was much better. The lady who runs the stop at Selaron steps was really helpful and caring and gave good instructions to get to the Cathedral. The Cathedral is really peaceful and the stained glass inside is beautiful and worth a visit. The tour is good value

    Glenn L

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Loved the tour, would highly recommend it

    Jean D

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    Before leaving, they confirmed the pick-up point via WhatsApp, as many streets were closed due to the street carnival, but the driver managed very well to stick to the planned itinerary. The commentary in three languages was sufficient, and the guide explained any changes to the itinerary. She also warned us about speed bumps and tunnels so that we wouldn't lose our hats, which were very useful in the sun.

    Pedro S

    Group
    Verified booking
    Dec 2025
    We loved the ride! The guide was lovely and very kind! We are definitely going to be back again for the ride. It was super informative and we saw all the cool spots from Rio!
  • Additional Information

    • Please note that the onboard bar does not offer free drinks. You will have to pay for them out of pocket.

    • The Hop-on Hop-off tour does not operate on Tuesdays.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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