📸 Viewpoint
RioStar Observation Wheel
South America's tallest observation wheel at 88 metres, offering panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf, and the port district from air-conditioned gondolas.
Typical duration
30 min
Price
R$70–90 (~$14–18 USD) (≈ €2.2–14 / $2.3–15)
From port
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Transfer time
5 min
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Queue risk
low
👨👩👧 Family friendly♿ Wheelchair accessible⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Late afternoon for sunset views; daily 10am–6pm
Getting there from the port
Walk from the cruise terminal along Olympic Boulevard
🚌 Best transport: walking💶 Cost: Free — 5-minute walk