Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

[morankem]

I am going to Rio with my husband to run the marathon and we are spending 3 extra days in the city. Does anyone have any suggestions of things to do other than the usual tourist spots?

[omegaet]

morankem....I'm sure you will be on a 'high' after running in the Rio marathon (and congratulations on your dedication).

Last time I was in Rio....I took a little flight with Konrad and it might be of interest to you and your husband:

http://www.riohanggliding.com/beach.htm

[passionate13]

I am going to Rio with my husband to run the marathon and we are spending 3 extra days in the city. Does anyone have any suggestions of things to do other than the usual tourist spots?

Hi there! Our tours and trips were all arranged by an agency called RioWeGo when I went to Rio with my wife for honeymoon. They were absolutely brilliant when it comes to organise personalized tours. It's was definitely worth it. Here is the website: RioWeGo | Rio de Janeiro Experts

Enjoy your marathon!

John.

[morankem]

Hi there! Our tours and trips were all arranged by an agency called RioWeGo when I went to Rio with my wife for honeymoon. They were absolutely brilliant when it comes to organise personalized tours. It's was definitely worth it. Here is the website: RioWeGo | Rio de Janeiro Experts

Enjoy your marathon!

John.

Thank you for the suggestions!

[charliecharlie]

What about cool 5 star hotels in or near Rio? Any suggestions? Hoping to travel there in June, max budget 400 dollars per night.. thanks in advance!

[kyshel]

What about cool 5 star hotels in or near Rio? Any suggestions? Hoping to travel there in June, max budget 400 dollars per night.. thanks in advance!

You can't go wrong with Copacabana Palace for location. I'd also look at Leblon and Ipanema properties.