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Brazil · Ships call at Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Ships use the three cruise terminals at Pier Mauá, about 2 km from the city center and near the Museum of Tomorrow. Santos Dumont airport is about 3 km away. Galeão international airport is about 12 miles away, around half an hour by car.
Ships leave from Pier Mauá Cruise Terminal, Av. Rodrigues Alves, 10, Centro, Rio de Janeiro. (Source: CruiseDig)
Prices and drive times were checked in October 2026 and change. Allow extra time on busy sailing days.
What cruisers do the day before boarding or after getting off, collected in October 2026. Each item links to where it came from.
A modern waterfront museum in the renovated port district next to Pier Mauá.
Source: Cruise Deals Tips and Tricks
The two big sights, usually by taxi, ride-hail car or tour.
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The famous beach, a taxi ride from the port.
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The best months to visit Rio de Janeiro by cruise ship are February, March, December. During these months you can expect the driest weather and the most comfortable temperatures for port excursions.
Cruisers most often mention: Museum of Tomorrow; Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf; Copacabana.
Rio de Janeiro is a regular port of call for many cruise lines. The ships-calling list above has the next sailings for live departure dates, or search all itineraries that include Rio de Janeiro.