Experience Rio: Barra da Tijuca & Gigóia Islands Food & Drinks

Overview of the tour in Rio de Janeiro

Welcome to the beautiful neighborhood of Barra da Tijuca, one of Rio de Janeiro's best zones for beaches, bars, and restaurants. We will explore some of the most iconic parts of Barra, such as Jardim Oceânico (Oceanic Garden) and the Gigóia Islands, a hidden treasure, considered Rio's very own Pantanal, where you might get the chance to spot capybaras and crocodiles.

All this while exploring the bars for food and drinks around the area! From the beachfront, we will cross into Olegário Maciel Avenue, a bohemian gastronomic hub in Barra. There, customers will be able to choose from a plethora of dishes according to their tastes, such as feijoada, carne de sol com aipim na mainteiga (sun-dried meat with yucca soaked in butter), or, for the more adventurous, chicken hearts skewers, alongside popular snacks such as coxinha de galinha (chicken dumplings).

From Olegário Maciel, we continue our march to the ferries and visit the Gigóia Islands, which also feature many bars and restaurants, where the customers can finish the tour with a refreshing caipirinha or two.

Important notice: there is a small fee for crossing the island (3 reais each way).

Food and drinks costs are also extra!

Our Guides

Eduardo

On arrival

I will be waiting with an umbrella in front of Célia´s kiosk. Or you can simply ask Célia (the owner of the kiosk) where am I.

How to arrive in Barra:
It is the last station in the metro - the Jardim Oceânico station. From there you will spot signs indicating exits either to the sea or to the lagoon. Although we will finish the tour in the Gigóia Islands (near the lagoon), we will begin at Celias Kiosk by the sea. Thus, follow the directions to the sea if you are coming by metro! When you leave the sea exit of the metro, walk towards the beach. Celia´s kiosk will be easy to find!

Things to note

The small fee for the ferries (3 reais each way, meaning a total amount of 6 reais) can only be paid in cash.
Customers need to pay for their food and drinks.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.