About this experience
Paquetá is the perfect island to find peace and tranquility. Located in the Guanabara Bay, the Ilha de Paquetá, is a great place to escape from the city for a few hours.
Starting with hotel pickup, we take you to Praça XV to pickup the ferry to Paquetá. Enjoy the ferryboat ride in the Guanabara Bay and admire the city view.
There are no cars in the island and to go from place to place, you must walk or rent a bicycle (available for rent on location). The tour guide will take you to the best locations in town. The beautiful colonial buildings, the green hills, the colorful fishing boats and the quiet beaches all around will conquer your heart. Around lunch time, we can stop at one of the many traditional restaurants.
At the end, we take the ferryboat back to Rio and take you back to your hotel.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
What is included
- Roundtrip transfer to/from ferry
- Ferry Boat Tickets
Not included
- Lunch
- Bike rental (approx. 50 BRL)
Itinerary and highlights
We take the ferry from here to go to Ilha de Paquetá.
Enjoy the 50-70min ferryboat ride in the Guanabara Bay and take your time admiring the city view.
The square was designed by the painter Pedro Bruno. It has a bust in shining bronze designed by Paulo Mazzuchelli.
The parish of Paquetá built in 1763 with a neo-gothic interior.
The square is a landmark in Paquetá. Admire the drinking fountain with the shape of a fish.
The arbor is a great place for pictures.
The park is a tribute to the Tamoyos, the native Brazilian that used to live in Paquetá.
The beach is named after the patron saint of Paquetá Island. You may find the Coreto Renato Antunes, the São Roque Chapel and the São Roque well.
Beautiful bridge overlooking the sea.
Meeting and pickup information
- If you do not contact us to reconfirm pickup time, we assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
- Pickup available for selected hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro. Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Rio Carioca Tour Ltda
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
- Non refundable in case of bad weather.
- ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
- Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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