How much does a trip to Rio de Janeiro cost
A week in Rio de Janeiro runs roughly $281–$1367 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
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Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Christ the Redeemer: Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket
Visit the iconic statue atop Corcovado with a scenic train ride, panoramic views over Rio, and skip-the-line access to the monument.
Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Tour
Ride the famous cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, combined with a stroll along Rio's best beaches, entrance ticket, and round-trip hotel transfers.
Maracanã Stadium: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket
Relive the glory of Brazilian football: explore dressing rooms, VIP areas, the pitch itself, and insider stories of Rio's legendary arena.
Rio Highlights Day Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps & BBQ Lunch
An 8-hour guided tour covering Rio's top icons: Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf cable car, the famous Selarón Steps, and a delicious BBQ lunch.
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Rio de Janeiro is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Rio's BRT and metro take contactless cards—tap in, no paper tickets needed; keep your card handy for exit gates too. Use Uber or 99 for taxis; the airport fare to Copacabana/Zona Sul runs ~R$70. Skip restaurants facing the beach—eat at kilo restaurants or botequins like Bar Lagoa instead.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $104 | $217 | $433 |
| Transit | $20 | $20 | $20 |
| Stay | $154 | $420 | $910 |
| eSIM | $3 | $3 | $3 |
| Total per person | $281 | $660 | $1367 |
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FAQ
- How much money to bring to Rio de Janeiro for a week?
- A week in Rio de Janeiro costs roughly $281–$1367 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Rio de Janeiro?
- Food runs $15–$62 a day and city transit about $3. Rio's BRT and metro take contactless cards—tap in, no paper tickets needed; keep your card handy for exit gates too. Use Uber or 99 for taxis; the airport fare to Copacabana/Zona Sul runs ~R$70. Skip restaurants facing the beach—eat at kilo restaurants or botequins like Bar Lagoa instead.