Chapter 24 — Day Trips · Rio de Janeiro Guide
Day Trips from Rio: Búzios, Paraty & Petrópolis Compared
If your trip is long enough, these three destinations are the most popular escapes from Rio, each with a very different character.
Petrópolis is the only one of the three that comfortably works as a single-day trip from Rio. Búzios and Paraty are worth an overnight if your schedule allows it.
💡 Guide Tip
Petrópolis is the only one of the three that comfortably works as a single-day trip from Rio. Búzios and Paraty are worth an overnight if your schedule allows it.
In the full guide, this chapter also covers:
- Distance and character comparison of all 3 day trip options
The full guide includes transport options and suggested itineraries for each of the 3 destinations.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best day trip from Rio de Janeiro?
Petrópolis (~1.5 hours) is the only one of the three popular options that comfortably works as a single day trip. Búzios and Paraty are better as overnight trips.