Rio de Janeiro · LUNCH EXPERIENCES

The 15 Best Lunch Experiences in Rio de Janeiro

36 tours  ·  from $12 a head

The best lunch experiences sell out first in high season. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch - Christ the Redeemer above the Tijuca Forest
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Rio de Janeiro: 6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch

1.6-Stop Highlights of Rio with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,157 reviews · 8 hours · from $130Our pick

Cover Rio’s headline sights in eight hours by minivan: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã and the Sambadrome from outside, Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and Sugarloaf by cable car. Hotel pickup, listed entry fees, lunch, and a multilingual guide are included. Guides such as Juan, Joao, Carlos, and Ursula have earned praise for clear explanations and adapting the day when weather shifts.

“Roger was an amazing tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about the history of each attraction, and ensured everyone in our group was enjoying the tour. He was a joy to spend the day with and the tour itself was an incredible value and use of our time in Rio!”

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Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch - Maracanã and Sambadrome from the outside
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Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

2.Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,428 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $69

Spend 8 to 9 hours visiting Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Maracanã and Sambadrome. Choose a train or van for Corcovado, and check your package carefully: Sugarloaf admission and the barbecue lunch are included only with selected options. Guides work in five languages.

“Our guide Emma was not only informative but enthusiastic and energetic. She was warm and professional and made us all feel welcome. It’s too bad she had to guide a large group as we would have like to have her as our private guide. I highly recommend Emma!”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis Boat Trip with Lunch - Boarding the schooner and entering Ilha Grande
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From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis Boat Trip with Lunch

3.Angra dos Reis Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 737 reviews · 14 hours · from $63

Leave Rio early for a three-hour drive to Angra dos Reis, then cruise Ilha Grande’s islands by schooner. Expect swimming stops at places such as Blue Lagoon and Cataguases, a buffet lunch, and a lively boat ride. English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides are available, though transfers and time at each beach can run long or feel rushed.

“The islands were beautiful , only problem it was too crowded on the boat , so getting on and off was time consuming which gave us less time to enjoy”

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Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch - A quick look inside the Metropolitan Cathedral
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Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch

4.Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 593 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $113

Spend about nine hours touring Rio by vehicle, cable car and cog train, with stops at Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Metropolitan Cathedral and more. Choose an option with attraction tickets and barbecue lunch included, or buy tickets through your guide and arrange your own meal. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Our guide, Luis was a very nice person, spoke English very well. The pick-up was right on time. The lunch was an amazing one but for some reason, no drinks are included, not even water. The only downside was that the trip says its a train ride to the Christ The Redeemer but we were taken by an elevator probably because the queue for the train was a long one. But, I believe the Tour Organizers should anticipate this and promise only what they can deliver. Apart from this bummer, the tour went very well. They give you enough time to click pictures. :)”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip with Lunch - Four beach stops, with the boat as your base
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From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip with Lunch

5.Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 321 reviews · 14 hours · from $65

Leave Rio early for a three-hour drive to Arraial do Cabo, then board a schooner for four beach and swimming stops, including spots such as Praia do Farol and Forno. Look for the Blue Groot cave and watch for marine life in clear water. Lunch is included, but drinks, snorkel gear, and local cash fees are extra.

“Excelente tour. Arraial do cabo es increíble. La guía cumplió todo lo que nos habían prometido y los tiempos acordados fueron cumplidos. El lugar de almuerzo está ok.”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Petrópolis Day Trip with Optional Lunch - A quick stop at Casa do Alemão
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From Rio de Janeiro: Petrópolis Day Trip with Optional Lunch

6.Petrópolis Day Trip with Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 203 reviews · 12 hours · from $48

Ride from Rio to Petrópolis for a full day of imperial-era sights, including the Imperial Museum, Quitandinha Palace gardens, the Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara, and the Crystal Palace. A multilingual guide leads the route. Lunch and a Bohemia Brewery visit are optional; guide names have included Rafael, Julio, and Mama Chris.

“Petrópolis is an amazing city, go there is mandatory to anyone who wants to know the true history of Brazil. Everything about that place is magical and the guide Mama Chris and the driver Victor will provide you the best experience you can have. Chris is so kind, helpful and into every detail about the city and its history that you feel like in a private tour. Would do again… 10/10.”

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Rio de Janeiro: Rio's Icons Guided Tour with Tickets & Lunch - Christ the Redeemer, the day’s big view
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Rio de Janeiro: Rio’s Icons Guided Tour with Tickets & Lunch

7.Rio’s Icons Guided Tour with Tickets & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 155 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

This shared, eight-hour tour pairs Rio’s major sights with a licensed guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. You’ll visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf with tickets included, pass Copacabana and Ipanema, stop at Selarón Steps and the Metropolitan Cathedral, and pause for an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch. Pickup is offered in parts of the South Zone and downtown.

“Gustavo was a very knowledgeable guide and everything ran smoothly and on time. I highly recommend this tour. It was worth the money and very enjoyable!”

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Arraial do Cabo Tour in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch - Praia do Forno: a short swim stop
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Arraial do Cabo Tour in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

8.Arraial do Cabo Tour in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $90

Leave Rio early for a full-day trip to Arraial do Cabo, with round-trip transport, a schooner ride, lunch, and views of the Blue Cave, Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia, and other coastal formations. You’ll stop at Praia do Forno and land on Ilha do Farol. The water and scenery are the draw; long transfers and uncertain English commentary deserve consideration.

“The experience was great, everything was well prepared for and the islands were beautiful. We saw lots of sea turtles and we got our pictures taken. The experience was amazing, but more importantly our guide Talita was so amazing. I los”

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Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included - Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande - Timing, group size and a little flexibility
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Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included – Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

9.Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included – Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 132 reviews · from $12Best value

Set out from Angra dos Reis at 11:30 am for an approximately six-hour schooner ride around Ilha Grande Bay. Stops include Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araçá, the Botinas Islands and Gipoia Island, with time for snorkeling and beach visits. The $12 starting price does not establish whether lunch is included, so confirm the meal option and beach before booking.

“Passeio básico para quem vai a Angra, pelo preço vale a pena e você consegue mergulha e curtir um pouco a praia. Porém, levem lanches. No barco a única opção de compra era fandangos e o preço do almoço (se não estiver incluso) é absurdo. Um prato simples de filé de frango com batatas fritas é 170 reais, e não há outra opção para se alimentar. De resto, o passeio vale a pena.”

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From Rio de Janeiro: Búzios Boat Trip with Lunch - Boarding the schooner and choosing a beach
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From Rio de Janeiro: Búzios Boat Trip with Lunch

10.Búzios Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 129 reviews · 14 hours · from $68

Leave Rio by bus for Búzios, then board a schooner for up to four swim stops, chosen by the captain according to weather and crowding. After a buffet lunch, spend free time on Rua das Pedras before returning to Rio. Pickup covers many central and southern hotel areas. Guides speak Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

“Thanks Carla for your great heart and trying to keep the group together and happy.”

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Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch - Freguesia de Santana: a brief look at Ilha Grande’s past
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Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch

11.Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 118 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $40

Leave Rio at about 7:00 am for a full-day trip to Angra dos Reis, with boat stops at Lagoa Azul, Freguesia de Santana, Cataguas Island, and Praia de Japariz. Lunch is scheduled at Japariz. The listed group limit is 15, but the boat may be shared with a much larger crowd. English-language guiding is not assured.

“Longue activitee mais super,Les deux spot de baignade paradisiaque Le repas est ok et l ambiance sur le bateau top Mapfre beaucoup de monde”

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Rio From the Sea: Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional Barbecue Lunch - Botafogo, Flamengo and the return views
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Rio From the Sea: Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional Barbecue Lunch

12.Rio From the Sea: Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional Barbecue Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 88 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $74

Ride a schooner across Guanabara Bay for views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Ilha Fiscal, the Rio-Niterói Bridge and Niterói’s forts. Hotel pickup is offered in Rio’s South Zone. Choose the cruise alone or add an all-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue lunch; confirm the meal details before booking.

“Excellent tour, beautiful weather, tour leader DJ was excellent with humor and knowledge.”

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Petropolis The Imperial City with Beer tour and Lunch - Quitandinha Palace is a quick look from outside
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Petropolis The Imperial City with Beer tour and Lunch

13.Petropolis The Imperial City with Beer tour and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Rio to Petrópolis, the mountain city tied to Brazil’s imperial era. The tour includes transport, an accredited guide, an Imperial Museum visit, buffet lunch, and a tour of Bohemia brewery with three tastings. You’ll also stop at Quitandinha Palace, the cathedral, Crystal Palace, Casa do Alemão, and Katz chocolate shop.

“Very nice walk, lots of history, beautiful road. We really liked Petropolis and were surprised. Very good food, excellent brewery! All very good! We recommend it.Auto-translated”

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Rio de Janeiro: Ilha Grande with Boat Tour & Optional Lunch - Boarding the schooner and settling into the day
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Rio de Janeiro: Ilha Grande with Boat Tour & Optional Lunch

14.Ilha Grande with Boat Tour & Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 72 reviews · 10 hours · from $65

Travel 130 km from Rio to Costa Verde, then take a schooner to Ilha Grande for swims at Baleia’s Beach and Blue Lagoon, plus a visit to Freguesia de Santana. A guide accompanies the road journey in Portuguese, English or Spanish, but not the boat ride. Lunch is optional, and a R$25 cash tourism fee is extra.

“la compañía que realiza el tour simplemenete no apareció y nos informo 2 horas despues que ese día no se haría el tour. no he recibido el reembolso”

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Angra dos Reis Boat Tour with Lunch - Santa Luzia pier: a schooner day begins
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Angra dos Reis Boat Tour with Lunch

15.Angra dos Reis Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $71

This full-day trip pairs a shared transfer from Rio with about five hours aboard a schooner in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Bay. Expect swim stops at Lagoa Azul, Cataguas Island and other coves, plus a buffet lunch at Japariz. A bilingual guide is included, but confirm the language and pickup point before you book.

“It was a nice experience. Water very cold but staff was very nice and lunch was good. Drinks were good”

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★ 4.1Búzios with Boat Tour and LunchFrom $8630 reviews
★ 3.3Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and BBQ LunchFrom $1024 reviews
★ 3.3Buzios Beaches Day Trip with Boat Ride and LunchFrom $6811 reviews
★ 4.1City Tour & Beach Hopping with LunchFrom $515 reviews
★ 3.3Arraial do Cabo Adventure: Guided Tour, Beaches, and Lunch.From $684 reviews
★ 3.9Adventures in Angra and Ilha Grande with Guide and LunchFrom $775 reviews
★ 4.3Guided Tour to Arraial do Cabo with Crystal Waters and LunchFrom $678 reviews
★ 4.5Boat Tour in Arraial do Cabo with LunchFrom $7139 reviews
★ 4.2Full Day in Búzios with Catamaran Tour and LunchFrom $7639 reviews
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