Title: Things to Do in Rio in 2026 | Expedia.com [Rio Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rio.dx553248635974846242)[Hotels in Rio](https://expedia.com/Rio-Hotels.d553248635974846242.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rio](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Rio.d553248635974846242.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Rio](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Rio.d553248635974846242.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rio Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Rio.d553248635974846242.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Rio ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rio Types of activities [Rio Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rio.dx553248635974846242) ![Panorama Blue Hour at Elba Island, Tuscany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974846242/565a5f20-7560-4778-a353-404fc597f52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panorama Blue Hour at Elba Island, Tuscany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974846242/565a5f20-7560-4778-a353-404fc597f52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Florencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974846242/ffd69d7a-7d26-450e-b01e-7c76964a0d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of Rio Marina village and harbour, Elba islands, Tuscany, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974846242/e11b857a-d5b8-494c-b1ec-109f548e09d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The town of Rio Marina is located on the eastern side of the Elba island, nestled gently in a small inlet surrounded by hills. In this area of the island, the coast that stretches from Rio Marina to Cavo is called the "Shining coast,” or “Costa che brilla” in Italian. This nickname was given to honor the almost dreamlike glint that comes from the black mining dust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048939/593dd028-3307-4657-9c3b-229c214db8bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Rio | Number of things to do | 10 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Unforgettable Bike Tours and Trekking on the Island of Elba](/things-to-do/unforgettable-bike-tours-and-trekking-on-the-island-of-elba.a50908093.activity-details): $48 | | Top 5 things to do | [Double Dive Elba Island](/things-to-do/double-dive-elba-island.a46331180.activity-details)[Elba: Tuscan Farmhouse Tasting](/things-to-do/elba-tuscan-farmhouse-tasting.a48210371.activity-details)[Unforgettable Bike Tours and Trekking on the Island of Elba](/things-to-do/unforgettable-bike-tours-and-trekking-on-the-island-of-elba.a50908093.activity-details)[The Granite Trail with a gourmet aperitif: Elba between nature and flavors](/things-to-do/the-granite-trail-with-a-gourmet-aperitif-elba-between-nature-and-flavors.a51240457.activity-details)[Saturnia and Città del Tufo in E Bike](/things-to-do/saturnia-and-citta-del-tufo-in-e-bike.a3291752.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Double Dive Elba Island](/things-to-do/double-dive-elba-island.a46331180.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rio --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Rio? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rio #### Mineral Park of Elba Island You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mineral Park of Elba Island during your travels in Vigneria. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Mineral-Park-Of-Elba-Island-Rio.d6197157.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spiaggia di Nisportino Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia di Nisportino during your trip to Rio nell'Elba? While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Spiaggia-Di-Nisportino-Rio.d553248635977468927.Vacation-Attraction) #### Roman Villa di Capo Castello You can find out about the history of Cavo with a stop at Roman Villa di Capo Castello. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Roman-Villa-Di-Capo-Castello-Rio.d6292051.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museum of Elba Minerals and Mining You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Elba Minerals and Mining during your trip to Vigneria. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Elba-Minerals-And-Mining-Rio.d553248621532999911.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spiqaggia di Gennaro Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiqaggia di Gennaro during your trip to Rio Marina? Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Spiqaggia-Di-Gennaro-Rio.d553248635977471518.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spiaggia della Torre Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia della Torre during your trip to Rio Marina? Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Spiaggia-Della-Torre-Rio.d553248635977473632.Vacation-Attraction) #### Frugoso Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Frugoso Beach during your travels in Cavo? While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Frugoso-Beach-Rio.d553248621532497606.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spiaggia Luisidangelo Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia Luisidangelo during your trip to Rio Marina? Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Spiaggia-Luisidangelo-Rio.d553248635977473065.Vacation-Attraction) #### Eremo di Santa Caterina Learn about the local history of Rio nell'Elba when you spend time at Eremo di Santa Caterina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Eremo-Di-Santa-Caterina-Rio.d553248621562140636.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Rio ![PCK44F Portoferraio medieval town and harbour viewed from the sea, Elba island, Tuscany, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4876/e908b9e6-4122-4a82-9d07-c44457d01d4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portoferraio ![The town of Rio Marina is located on the eastern side of the Elba island, nestled gently in a small inlet surrounded by hills. In this area of the island, the coast that stretches from Rio Marina to Cavo is called the "Shining coast,” or “Costa che brilla” in Italian. This nickname was given to honor the almost dreamlike glint that comes from the black mining dust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048939/593dd028-3307-4657-9c3b-229c214db8bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rio Marina ![Harbor and village Porto Azzurro, Elba islands, Tuscany, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059781/2c029b10-f577-4b45-b9ed-3d9f574dc933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porto Azzurro ![Streets of Rio Nell'Elba on Elba Island, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6269779/989638ad-a7a3-4e20-8b7a-166879c08a05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rio nell'Elba ![An unlikely place in the mountains of the Elba island where I like to stop by when mountain biking, the Tonietti mausoleum was in fact never used as the family grave it was intended for. There is an amazing view of the sea and the island if you manage to climb the cast iron spiral staircase which is in poorly shape and leads to the second floor. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048939/b2d0c1c4-19e0-47ee-b408-fa210ebbefc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cavo ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359480/7d1d5594-82d4-4394-b776-b3659570ecf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nisporto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rio worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rio? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rio? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rio? ### Is Rio a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Rio with kids? > - [Double Dive Elba Island](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/double-dive-elba-island.a46331180.activity-details) ### What to do in Rio for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rio? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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