TOP 50 RIO DE JANEIRO | Guia com 50 ATRAÇÕES para você escolher O QUE FAZER na Cidade Maravilhosa

Aaaaa Rio de Janeiro, I wish everyone in the world could have the opportunity to meet you at least once in their lives. Rarely have a city made me feel so alive. I live by reaching the top of its mountains, I live by breathing history in its museums, I live by walking through picturesque neighborhoods, I live by samba, I live by feeling its chaos and at the same time finding places to feel the peace of nature. I lived in Rio de Janeiro. And this video is an invitation for you to experience a bit of the wonderful

city as well. Hello guys, how are you? Welcome to our guide with +50 attractions to visit in Rio de Janeiro. The wonderful city is perhaps the city in Brazil with the most options for things to do. We stayed only about 1 month in Rio, and obviously we didn't get to know even 10% of what the city has to offer, because there really is sooo much to do, so we selected the things we most liked to do during our brief visit to the Marvelous city. In this video we will show you tips on super-known attractions, others

not so much, trails, beaches, museums, parties, restaurants, neighborhoods, attractions to go with the kids, among other things. In the explanations we try to leave everything as detailed as possible with prices, tips and everything else, because the purpose of this video is to help those who are going to visit the city to put together their itinerary and have an incredible experience just like the one we had, even if you have more suggestions of places to visit in Rio, leave here in the comments, which we will post in this video, a comment with all the suggestions you

give us. We try to group as much as possible on the list, attractions that are close to each other, to make it easier for you to decide what to do when visiting Rio de Janeiro. So let's start the list very well. Starting with the trail to Pedra do Telégrafo. Located in the West Zone of Rio, this trail gives you one of the most incredible views of the city, from there you have a view at about 350 meters of altitude to the wild beaches, and also to the Bay of Guaratiba. The trail is about 2 kilometers

long and takes 45 minutes one way from light to moderate levels. In general, it is super quiet, but there are some steeper points with roots in the ground that require more attention. To get there, we took a path that started at a staircase next to a small chapel and then went up a very steep climb to the actual entrance to the trail. On the way, you have some panoramic points with a great view of Guaratiba Bay. At the end of the trail, the highlight is Pedra da Bigorna, which is the place where people take countless

photos that are excellent due to the optical illusion that you can cause depending on the angle you take them. Check out some photos we took there and, of course, we've already posted them on our Instagram. We recommend doing this trail at sunrise or early morning so you don't get that strong sun on your head. We arrived at the end of the trail a little after sunrise and the light was simply absurd. You can do this trail on your own, or choose to hire a specialized guide. We chose to do it with a guide and did

the trail with Desbravando Rio and we highly recommend it! Values ​​start at R$ 135.00. Close by are the 5 wild beaches, Praia do Inferno, Praia Funda, Praia do Meio, Praia do Perigoso and Praia das Conchas. You can arrive in 2 ways: The first is by boat, leaving from Praia do Canto, in Barra de Guaratiba, the prices are around R$ 25.00 to R$ 35.00 per person for each way. The other way is to go by trail. You can take the Pedra do Telégrafo trail and then head towards Perigoso beach along a path of about 2.5km, or

else, take a trail that leaves from the end of Barra de Guaratiba beach, and is about 2 km. The level of the trails is similar to the level of the trail to Pedra do Telégrafo. If you don't go with a guide, we recommend downloading the trail via apps or inquiring with the locals. On the day we went, we didn't explore all 5 wild beaches, as we preferred to stay enjoying Praia do Perigoso since the water was that color you can see in the images. the beach of Dangerous does not have a commercial structure, so come

prepared with water and a snack, after all, if the day is as good as we were, you will want to spend some time refreshing yourself in this water. From Praia do Perigoso you have a beautiful view of Pedra da Tartaruga. If you want to do the total route that goes through the 5 wild beaches plus Pedra do Telégrafo, be prepared to trek for about 12 km. With Desbravando Rio, the price starts at R$ 155.00. Next to the wild beaches are 3 beaches that, although not wild, are not urbanized and crowded with buildings around like other

beaches in the capital of Rio de Janeiro. We are talking about Grumari, Abricó and Prainha. If you go on weekends, it is recommended to arrive very early to these beaches as access is controlled and if the parking lots are full, the path is closed to the entry of more cars. We went on a weekday with an app driver and arranged a return time with him, as the internet signal there is very bad. Grumari beach was elected in 2022 by the travel website Big Seven Travel as one of the 50 best in the world, it is

about 2.5 km long, white sand and is a favorite with surfers. From there you have a beautiful view of Ilha das Pecas and Ilha das Palmas. On the left side of Grumari beach, after a few stones, is Abricó beach, considered the only naturist beach in Rio de Janeiro. Very close to these two beaches is Prainha. Surrounded by very high walls, you practically forget that you are in a city with more than 6 million inhabitants on this beach of about 700 meters in length. On the day we went, even with the not very good weather, we

found it to be one of the most beautiful in Rio. The next attraction on the list is Recreio beach. This is a very popular beach, and already more urbanized. There you will see many surfers, people walking on the shore and playing sports, kiosks, restaurants and much more. Highlight here for the beautiful Pedra do Pontal. This hill divides Recreio beach and Macumba beach. On days of low tide like the one we caught, you can see a thin strip of sand that joins the two beaches to Pedra. The more adventurous can hike to the top of Pedra.

Next to Recreio is Barra da Tijuca. Barra is one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro. Barra beach is always very busy and don't be surprised if you find a famous person walking along its shore. Next to the so-called Pepê beach, you have a view of the Tijucas Islands. A good way to get to know Barra beach and other beaches is by taking a Jeep Tour, we did it one day and we really enjoyed the experience, especially because along the way the guides will tell you curiosities and stories about Rio de Janeiro. The busiest

street in Barra and one of the best to enjoy a night out in Rio's bars is Rua Olegário Maciel. We went there and got to know Brewteco, a stylish bar with several options for drinks and food that is highly rated on Maps with a score of 4.5 out of 5. Another restaurant we tried in Barra was the traditional Academia da Cachaça, rated 4.4 out of 5 on Maps. The restaurant has a very nice decoration with several bottles of cachaça and other drinks lined up, but the highlight was the pasteizinhos and the house feijoada, which was

very good and served 3 people well. An attraction that few people know about in Barra is the Olympic Golf Course, it is the only Olympic golf course in the world and is open to the public. You can even take some free lessons there with the legend Celsinho do Golf. If you are interested, just send a message to the contact below. Located in the middle of Barra, is our own attraction: Ilha da Gigoia. The island is the largest of the 10 islands in the middle of Lagoa da Tijuca. The most traditional way to get to the

island of Gigoia is by taking a public boat to cross there. The boat leaves from a small street that is right after Barra Point Shopping and a gas station. The value of the crossing is from R$ 3 reais. Entering the island you will find a bucolic place, without cars and with a very good vibes aspect. In the small alleys you will see many plants and walls with graffiti. The coolest thing there is to enter without much pretense, walk around and find some nice restaurant to eat. We chose Meisy's Trattoria, rated 4.9 out of 5 on

Google Maps, with delicious Italian dishes at a very fair price! You can take a tour that passes by Ilha da Gigoia and goes to the so-called Pantanal Carioca with the company Plana Surf. The tour, which costs from R$ 50.00 per person, takes you by boat to the mangroves in the region and you can even see alligators. On the way you have beautiful views of the picturesque houses in the region and also of the mountains of Rio de Janeiro. The seventh attraction is Praia da Joatinga. This small but very beautiful beach is located within a gated

community in the Joá neighborhood. To enter, just identify yourself at the entrance saying that you are going to the beach and you can enter calmly. Arriving at the beach you have to take a trail, it takes about 5 minutes and is easy, but be careful as we heard some reports of people slipping and getting hurt. The beach is not accessible when the tide is high, but when the tide is low it becomes this little paradise full of people playing altinha. The number of people per square meter practicing this sport is impressive. On sunny weekends, go

early as the beach tends to get very crowded. The next attraction on the list is the Pedra Bonita trail. This trail is our favorite on the list, because in addition to being a peaceful trail, it has this spectacular view of Rio de Janeiro. To get to the beginning of the trail, we put a stop in the carpool app at “Access to the Free Flight Ramp of Pedra Bonita”. The first part is a climb up a very steep road, the main danger is the cars that go up and down very fast, always go on the side

of the road to avoid accidents. Then you arrive at a little stone house and just go right and start the trail through the trees. The climb takes about 40 minutes from easy to moderate levels. On the way there is a point where you already have a taste of what will come later, with this view of Christ the Redeemer. Arriving at the end of the trail, just enjoy the wonderful view and take many photos. From almost 700 meters high, you have a view of several places in Rio de Janeiro. Like Barra da Tijuca, Bairro São Conrado,

Christ the Redeemer, Morro Dois Irmãos and especially Pedra da Gávea. We recommend that you bring plenty of water and snacks, as you will definitely want to spend some time up there enjoying this view. Right there at Pedra Bonita, but not at the top of the trail, is our next attraction: The Paragliding Flight. Paragliding or hang gliding are two of the most popular adventure tours in Rio de Janeiro. Values ​​vary from 600 to 800 reais, depending on the agency and the chosen package. We did it with Querovoar_net, they are rated 5 out of 5 on Google

Maps, and we really like their service. The tour starts at São Conrado beach, where you identify yourself and go by car to the Pedra Bonita Free Flight Ramp. The instructor gives you all the recommendations and does some training for you to feel 100% safe. The flight itself lasts an average of 12 minutes, and they are those minutes that you will fondly remember for the rest of your life. The feeling of flying seeing Rio de Janeiro from above is special. During the flight, you have a view of Pedra da Gávea, Pedra Bonita, Barra da Tijuca, Praia

de São Conrado, among other places. The tenth attraction is the Pedra da Gávea Trail. Pedra da Gávea is the largest block of rock by the sea in the world, with almost 850 meters. We were not able to do this trail during our stay in Rio, but we put it on the list because it is considered one of the most beautiful in Brazil, and also one of the most challenging, being necessary to do the trail with a specialized guide. We recommend Desbravando Rio again. The prices with Desbravando Rio for this trail start at R$ 180.00 per

person. The eleventh attraction is also a trail, but this time in the Tijuca Forest. One of the most visited urban forests in the world, the Tijuca Forest surprises with its abundance of fauna and flora in the middle of a super urbanized city. We got to know a part of the Forest also doing a trail with Desbravando Rio and which costs from R$ 85.00 per person. We started the trail at Praça Afonso Viseu, in Alto da Boa Vista. The entire tour takes about 4 hours, on easy to moderate level trails. The first stop right at the

beginning of the trail was Cascatinha Taunay, where you can take pictures under a beautiful stone bridge built in the Roman style. Then we go to other waterfalls and to some caves there. We didn't even know that there were caves in the middle of Rio de Janeiro, and we were surprised by the size of the ones we saw there in the Tijuca Forest, for us it was the highlight of this attraction. Leaving the trail, we head to the first museum on the list, Instituto Moreira Salles. The popular IMS is located in the Gávea neighborhood, has free

admission and is housed in a very beautiful structure. Apart from the exhibitions, the space is beautiful. The place was the home of Ambassador Walther Moreira Salles, and with about 10 thousand square meters it is an authentic Modern Palace. Starting with the facade and entrance of the building, extremely stylish. The outdoor area has fountains, murals and even a swimming pool in a super different format. You can check out current exhibitions on the website below. When we went, there was an incredible exhibition of photography by Miguel Rio Branco going on. IMS Rio will close for renovations for

about four years in April 2023. So if you want to see it before renovations, put it in your plans immediately. The next attraction is Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas. Located in the south zone of Rio, Lagoa is one of the favorite places for locals to go for walks, walks and sports. The lagoon is about 2.2 square kilometers in area and has a sensational view of several hills in Rio de Janeiro. We recommend walking or renting a bike and riding around the lagoon, which is about 8km long. Around the Lagoon there are two other very cool attractions.

First the Parque da Catacumba. This park is free to enter and has some trails to do. In the lower part of the park there are several scattered sculptures. We did the trail to Mirante do Urubu, with about 30 minutes of climbing from easy to moderate level. Part of the path is well structured and the other is with stones in the middle of the forest. The Urubu lookout has a structure with two wooden decks and has a sensational view. From there you can see practically the entire Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, see Morro Dois Irmãos, Pedra da

Gávea and have one of the best views of Christ the Redeemer from afar. Usually you have an excellent view of Christ, but unfortunately on the day we went it was cloudy and we couldn't see it. The other attraction around the Lagoon is the Casa Museu Eva Klabin. There, it houses the collection put together by Eva Klabin and is one of the most important collections of classical art in Brazilian museums, with more than two thousand pieces that cover a time span of almost 50 centuries, from Ancient Egypt to Impressionism. Every visit is accompanied by a mediator

who tells the curiosities about the collection and the collector. We went through various areas of the house, such as the Entrance Hall, the Renaissance Room, the English Room, the Dining Room, the Chinese Room, the Bedrooms and the Bathroom. The items in the collection are from the most varied locations and styles, we were impressed with them. It has items of pre-Columbian, Oriental, English, French, Dutch origins, it has paintings, chandeliers, carpets, sculptures, antique artifacts, among many other things. The entrance fee when we went was R$ 20.00 per person and it is recommended to make an advance purchase

through the website below. Now let's go to one of my favorite places in Rio de Janeiro, the Botanical Garden. The entry fee is R$67 for foreigners and R$27 for Brazilians. Founded in 1808 by Dom João VI, then Prince Regent of Portugal, it is the oldest botanical garden in Brazil and is considered one of the most important in the world. The space has about 54 hectares and has approximately 6,500 Brazilian and foreign species. Some highlights of the garden are: The Imperial Palms corridor, the most photogenic spot there in our opinion. The Press Lookout. The Portal and

the Ruins of the former Royal Gunpowder Factory. Frei Fernando Lake, which has several water lilies. The Fountain of the Muses. The orchidarium, which has a very beautiful structure. The Sensory Garden. The Japanese Garden. And the giant Samaúma. Not to mention that the place has a view of Christ the Redeemer. Close to the Garden is another incredible attraction, Parque Lage. This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and photogenic places in Rio de Janeiro. The site was once a sugar mill during Colonial Brazil, but in 1840, it was completely re-designed by the English landscaper John Tyndale,

who was inspired by the romantic parks of his homeland to design the project. The main highlight of the space is the 19th century mansion, where the Parque Lage School of Visual Arts currently operates. The central courtyard there is one of the most photographed places in Rio de Janeiro, and 99% of the time there is a queue to take that perfect photo. But let's face it, the scenery is worth it. A tip we give you is to visit the terrace of Parque Lage. To gain access, you need to go to the little shop at the entrance

and buy at least R$ 10 in souvenirs. It's really worth it, from up there you have other incredible angles of Parque Lage and its pool, and you can see Christ the Redeemer very well. Another place that few people go to is on the left side of the entrance, where there is a beautiful and super photogenic room. Entrance to Parque Lage is free, but you have to make an appointment through the website below. If you want to grab the emptiest and best space for photos, we recommend scheduling for the first available morning slot. The next item

on the list is a combo. We are talking about Ipanema, Leblon and Arpoador. The neighborhoods that are pasted are one of the best known in the world, including world famous songs such as the classic Girl from Ipanema by Tom Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes. In addition, they are considered the places with the most expensive square meters in Brazil. The view of the beaches is beautiful, as we can see the exuberant Morro Dois Irmãos from there. A place that many go to see the sunset there is at Pedra do Arpoador. The stone is usually crowded with

people in the late afternoon of sunny days. If you go to the beach there, be sure to try the classic Carioca Mate Tea and Biscoito Globo. In Leblon, there is one of the busiest streets in the city, Dias Ferreira. A restaurant we recommend there is NOLA, rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google Maps, the restaurant has a good variety of tasty dishes, especially the pasta! Now let's go to the neighboring and also world famous Copacabana. Starting with that there, we have the most famous boardwalk in the country, with its iconic wave-shaped mosaic. In total it

is about 4 km long. It is an unmissable program to walk or ride a bike on its edge. The beach is super busy and full of kiosks and stalls. Along the Copacabana waterfront, there are several points of interest. Like the statue of Carlos Drummond de Andrade and the Copacabana Palace, one of the best known hotels in Brazil. Speaking of the Palace, we had lunch one day at the Palace Churrascaria, the most traditional in the city. Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google Maps, it has several options on its all-you-can-eat menu and a chic atmosphere that

pays homage to the legends of Brazilian Bossa Nova. On the left side of Copa, is Leme, where the Mureta do Leme is, another place where many go to watch the sunset. And to your right is the Copacabana Fort, which is the next attraction on our list. The Copacabana fort was built between 1908 and 1914. With walls that reach up to 12 meters thick, its main objective was to protect the city of Rio de Janeiro from foreign invasions. It is located in a very strategic location, close to the entrance to Guanabara Bay. The view from there

is privileged, and even a very requested program is to sit at one of the little tables and eat something at the traditional Confeitaria Colombo. In addition to the cafes, there is a permanent exhibition that presents the history of Brazil from a military perspective. And, of course, you can also visit the fortifications. Inside, along the corridors you can see rooms with dolls that show how the place used to work. In the outer upper part you can see the 2 big cannons of the Fort that could hit targets up to 23km away. What I liked most about

this part of the visit was the view we had from there, being able to see practically the entire coastline of Copacabana and the Sugarloaf Mountain. The entrance fee is R$ 6.00 per person and in cash only. Entrance on Tuesdays are free. Continuing in the forts, we go to one that few tourists go to, but we think it's really worth it. We are talking about Fort Duque de Caxias, or Fort Leme. Entrance to the fort is free, but you have to take a trail to get there. The beginning of the trail is at the end of

Praia do Leme. You will arrive at Almirante Júlio de Noronha square, go to a military area, and from there just speak at the guardhouse that is going to Forte do Leme and they will let you in. The trail is self-guided at an easy level, with the entire path paved. The climb is 800 meters and is a bit steep, so we recommend bringing water. Including, at the end of the trail there is a water fountain for you to refuel. On the way we even met some friendly locals. Arriving at the top of the trail, you have

countless places and angles to enjoy the view of Copacabana, Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. In the upper part of the fort, we have, in our opinion, one of the most spectacular landscapes in Rio de Janeiro. It's well worth the whole climb. Also be sure to stroll through the corridors of the Fort, and take a photo at its entrance, which is super charming. The twenty-second attraction is Praia Vermelha. This small beach with sand in reddish tones is located between the Sugar Loaf and the Morro da Babilônia, and this is one of the reasons why the

beach is so beautiful. If you don't want the beach to be so crowded, arrive early, as it tends to get quite crowded on hot days. Right behind the beach is a square and important buildings such as the IME, Instituto Militar de Engenharia. Next to Praia Vermelha are our next two attractions. First, the classic Sugar Loaf cable car! This is one of the most famous tours in Rio de Janeiro and the flow of people is always great. The cost of the tour is R$ 150.00 per person. The cable car in Rio was the first cable car

installed in Brazil and the third in the world. The first stop on the tour is at Morro da Urca, about 220 meters above the ground. The first hill already has a lot to explore, such as viewpoints for Praia Vermelha, for Christ the Redeemer, for the beaches of Botafogo and Flamengo and also the frontal view of the Sugar Loaf. The structure there is pretty cool, with cafes, restaurants and exhibitions. The next stop on the cable car is Sugarloaf Mountain. It's about 396 meters above the ground, and you can see a lot of Rio de Janeiro from

there. You can see: the Urca hill, the red beach, Copacabana, Christ the Redeemer, Guanabara Bay, the Rio-Niterói bridge, among other things. We found it excellent to see the different geological formation of Rio de Janeiro. The next attraction is for those who want to have a free view of Morro da Urca, without having to take the cable car, we are talking about the Morro da Urca Trail. The trail starts in the middle of Pista Cláudio Coutinho, another very pleasant place to walk or run in Rio, and which has the entrance on the left side of Praia

Vermelha. More or less halfway along the trail, there is a turn on the left to take the Morro da Urca Trail. The ascent is about 900 meters, in a self-guided closed forest trail of easy to moderate level. Trail time is 20 to 40 minutes depending on your pace. It is worth noting that this trail only gives access to Morro da Urca, and not to Sugarloaf Mountain. It is possible to go up the trail and go down the cable car, but then you have to pay a fee to use the cable car. And to close the

attractions that are in this region, we go to Mureta da Urca. Mureta is one of the main spots in Rio to see the sunset. There, at the end of the afternoon, many people gather, grab a beer and enjoy the view of Guanabara Bay, the boats and Christ the Redeemer. A perfect setting for chatting. And passing half of the list, let's go to the most famous attraction not only in Rio, but in the whole of Brazil. Christ the Redeemer is one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World and the main postcard of the city. The

monument receives about 2 million visitors a year. There are two ways to get there: One, which is what we did, is with the Corcovado Train, which leaves from the station located at Rua Cosme Velho, 513. This railroad is the oldest tourist railroad in Brazil, and crosses the Tijuca National Park. It is highly recommended to buy tickets in advance, and they start at R$93.50. Values ​​may vary depending on the season. Let's leave the site for purchase here below. Another way is the official Christ vans, prices start at R$78.00 depending on the season, and they have a

few options of departure points scattered around the city. We will also leave the site for purchase below. Talking about Christ, it was inaugurated in 1931 and is one of the largest statues of Christ in the world, about 30 meters high, plus 8 meters of pedestal. The length from one end of the hand to the other is 28 meters, and it weighs a total of 1,145 tons. Enjoy, because from the top of Corcovado you have one of the most spectacular views of Rio de Janeiro, since it is about 710 meters above sea level and you can

see a large part of the city, its neighborhoods and other attractions. From Christ, we go to one of the main viewpoints in the city that is close by, Mirante Dona Marta. From the lookout parking lot, on the left, there is a deactivated helipad, and it was one of the places where we had the best view of Christ. To the right, you go to the actual viewpoint, which from the top of its 360 meters high, gives you another privileged view of Rio de Janeiro. Another viewpoint in the city worth mentioning that we didn't get to is

the Vista Chinesa Lookout. Now let's go to another combo of neighborhoods. Botafogo and Flamengo. In addition to being the names of two of the most famous teams in the world, Botafogo and Flamengo are also really cool neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro. The so-called Aterro do Flamengo is a place where many people go to walk and play sports, especially on weekends. We rented a bike there and we loved it! Nearby is the Marina da Glória. Famous place for its high level boats and also for hosting many events. Botafogo, on the other hand, has a 700m beach

and is one of the best places to take a picture with the Sugar Loaf in the background, as it is right in front. The so-called Baixo Botafogo has been growing its options of bars, pubs and restaurants, and is one of the best places to enjoy the night in RJ. Now let's go to a sequence of cultural attractions in Rio de Janeiro, and I'll say right away that Rio has incredible museums that are worth visiting! First we go to the Museum of the Republic, which is located in the former Palácio do Catete. The site was the

seat of the Presidency of the Republic of Brazil between 1897 and 1960 and was the stage for 18 presidents. It was undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings we have ever visited in Brazil. The entrance hall already impresses, with imposing marble columns, and a staircase decorated with a red carpet. In the rest of the tour you pass through several rooms, one more beautiful than the other, such as the Ministerial Hall, the French Hall, the Pompeian Hall, the Yellow Hall, the Noble Hall and the Banquet Hall. We were impressed by all the details of the museum:

the paintings, the statues, the stained glass windows and the decorations. Without a doubt, a place worth visiting! And it gets even better because it's free. The next museum on the list is the Museum of Modern Art. This museum is free, but has a suggested voluntary contribution of R$ 20.00. The exhibitions usually change every 6 months, and you can check which one is on display on the website below: It is worth noting that the exhibitions are only open from Thursday to Sunday. For those who enjoy art, this attraction is an excellent choice. From MAM, we go

to the National Historical Museum. The Museum, which has free admission, is located in a place that was inhabited since 1603 by the Portuguese, and in the midst of several transformations and renovations, it was a fortress, a dungeon for prisoners, barracks for military troops, and guarded artillery stock. The museum has a collection of more than 300,000 items and has very interesting permanent exhibitions such as Portuguese around the World, State Building and Pharmacy. Homeopathic. An excellent place to delve into the history of Brazil. The highlight is this mural near the end of the walkway, which artistically traces

important passages in our country. Continuing in historic places, time to show Praça XV and the attractions that are around it. The square was formerly called Largo do Paço, as the so-called Paço Imperial was located there, which is one of the most historic buildings in Rio de Janeiro, and was the seat and home of the governors and viceroys of Rio for many years. It was also inhabited there by Dom João VI and part of his court in the 19th century. The site and its surroundings were the scene of two very important episodes in the history of

Brazil. The “Dia do Fico” in 1822, when D. Pedro I announced his stay in Brazil. And it was also where, in 1888, Princess Isabel sanctioned the Lei Áurea, abolishing slavery in Brazil. Next to the Paço Imperial is one of the most beautiful buildings in Rio: the Tiradentes Palace. We didn't get to enter it, as visits are temporarily closed. The last attraction in the surroundings is the photogenic Arco do Teles. A hidden lane, with houses with typical facades from the 19th century. The thirty-third attraction on the list is CCBB Rio. This cultural center always delivers amazing

exhibitions and it's worth checking out what's on display. When we went, Os Gemeos exhibitions were going on. Entrance to the venue is free and to check out what's on display on the day of your visit, just check the website below. Right next door to the CCBB, there is also Casa França, which is the first building in the neoclassical style that has been registered in Rio de Janeiro. The next museum in the sequence is the Espaço Cultural da Marinha. This cultural center has an interesting collection of the Brazilian Navy and is super interactive. Like the Nau

dos Descobrimentos, the Sea King Helicopter and the Riachuelo Museum Submarine. We found it a really cool experience to see its structures internally. There is also a fighter jet and a tank on display there. The entry fee is R$ 20.00 per person, and Tuesdays are free. As of April 2023, visitors will also return to Ilha Fiscal, another very different destination nearby. The São Bento Monastery was a pleasant surprise for us. The monastery's history begins back in 1590 by two monks coming from the Monastery of Bahia, the place underwent several renovations until it was the way it

is today, and by the way, it's beautiful! From the outside it looks simple, but from the inside, you are surprised by a structure full of impressive details. The entrance fee is free and we recommend maintaining silence and respect in the place during your visit. From the Monastery, we head to our favorite museum in Rio, the Museum of Tomorrow. Tickets cost R$30.00 and must be purchased in advance through the website below. Tuesdays are free. Starting to talk about the museum, its external side already attracts a lot of attention. The museum occupies a space of 15 thousand

square meters, and was inspired by the Bromeliads of the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro. The area surrounding the museum is an area that has undergone a major revitalization in recent years and has other attractions that we will mention later. Nearby there is also the Mural das Etnias. It is one of the largest graffiti murals in the world, made by artist Eduardo Kobra for the 2016 Olympics. This impressive mural, is 15 meters high and 170 meters long, and has the design of people from native tribes existing on 5 continents of the world. Returning to the

inside of the museum, apart from the stupendous architecture, the content of the museum is fantastic. Its theme is to understand our past, present and future, raising questions about how we want to shape ourselves to live 50 years from now. The exhibition is fully interactive, and it's worth taking a moment to explore each of the museum's spaces. There you can learn about different ecosystems, about cultures, about the origin of the land, the animals of the Atlantic Forest, etc. Our favorite part was the space called the Anthropocene. A place where 6 giant screens show absurd data about

our planet, and make us reflect on topics such as global warming, deforestation, exacerbated consumption by human beings, among other things. Close to the Museum of Tomorrow is the Museu de Arte do Rio. MAR is open from Thursday to Sunday, and the entrance fee is R$ 20.00. From the terrace there, you have a beautiful view of the Museum of Tomorrow and Praça Mauá. The other floors have a variety of temporary exhibitions. When we went, there were photography exhibitions, wooden sculptures, book rereadings, among other things. To see which exhibition is currently on, just consult the website below.

Also nearby is AquaRio. AquaRio is the largest marine aquarium in South America. There are 26 thousand m² of built area and 4.5 million liters of water. There you can see an incredible variety of marine life, seeing fish, stingrays and even sharks. There are more than 2,000 animals of 350 different species on display, in a setting that is very educational. Entrance fees are R$ 110.00, and this is a program that is very much loved by children. Another program loved by children is going to the Yup Star, one of the largest Ferris wheels in Latin America, 88

meters high. On the date we went, adults paid R$59.00 for entry, and children up to 12 years old paid R$29.00 with advance purchase on the website. From the modern air-conditioned cabins, you have a view of the Rio-Niterói Bridge, the port area, and you can see Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer from far away. The fortieth attraction on the list is the very traditional Confeitaria Colombo in downtown Rio. Founded in 1894, the confectionery is considered one of the most beautiful cafes in the world. In the 20th century, the place was frequented by people from Rio’s high

society, today it is one of the most popular gastronomic places for tourists in Rio. The place is so popular, there's usually a queue. With 2 floors and decor worthy of movies, it's a great idea to sit at some of the tables and try some classic local food. Continuing in the footsteps of historical sites, the next attraction is the Real Portuguese Cabinet of Reading. This library has already been voted the 4th most beautiful in the world by Time magazine and has free admission. If you want to get the most empty spot, we recommend going close to

opening, around 10am. The library is only open Monday through Friday. The collection there has approximately 350,000 works, spread over 3 floors of shelves. There are very rare original works there, such as those by Camões and Machado de Assis. The place is really beautiful and full of details. Highlight for the ceiling with a beautiful chandelier and a skylight with an iron structure. The next attraction is the combo Theatro Municipal and Fundação Biblioteca Municipal located in the famous Cinelândia. The Municipal Theater, inaugurated in 1909, is one of the most beautiful buildings in Rio. The venue was inspired

by the Paris Opera and is today the only Brazilian cultural institution to simultaneously maintain a choir, a symphony orchestra and a ballet company. The Theater offers a guided tour inside the super interesting space for R$ 20.00 per person. The purchase is made directly at the box office there, and can only be purchased on the day of the tour, which takes place from Tuesday to Saturday at the times that I will leave here below. The first stop on the tour is the Assyrio Hall, a place with impressive Egyptian, Persian and Assyrian-inspired decor. Then we pass through

the Hall of Busts, before arriving at the Show Room, a place that has capacity for around 2,000 spectators. Leaving there we go to the end of the tour, which is in style. We go to the stairs of the main access to the Theater. There you have about 10 minutes to appreciate the beauty and details of this place, which certainly deserve your visit. Right next to the Theater is the National Library Foundation. The building is another that is very beautiful, but here the visitation is free. The Library was considered by UNESCO as one of the main

national libraries in the world and it has a collection of about 9 million items. Like the Theatro, the stairs in the Entrance Hall here are also beautiful and make for great photos. For those who want to have a meal nearby, we recommend Osbar, a restaurant rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google Maps with a very nice decoration and excellent food. Now let's go to Neighborhood Santa Teresa and its classic cable car. Starting with the Santa Teresa Cable Car, its initial station is on Rua Lélio Gama and leaves every 15 to 20 minutes. The value is

R$ 20 per person, which include the round trip. We recommend arriving at the earliest time, as the place tends to have huge queues, especially on weekends. Talking about Santa Teresa, the neighborhood is one of the most charming in Rio, with old buildings, super instagrammable unpaved streets, cafezinhos and very tasty restaurants. On our way up by cable car, we first stopped at Largo do Curvelo, where we went to visit the Parque das Ruínas. Apart from the view from there, which is one of the best in the region, the building itself is beautiful, excellent for those who

like to take pictures. We stayed there for a long time exploring the place from different angles and spaces. In addition, there are art exhibitions there. Another attraction of the stop at Largo do Curvelo is Chácara do Céu, but we didn't get to go in because it was closed at the time we went. We took the cable car again and went to Largo dos Guimarães. This super charming and well decorated place has several options of restaurants and cafes to choose from. We chose Armazém São Joaquim, rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google Maps. Food and atmosphere

super approved by us. Two attractions that you can combine with your visit to Santa Teresa are the Arcos da Lapa and the Escadaria Selarón. The Arcos da Lapa, are the largest colonial structure in Brazil, and despite being very beautiful, we didn't stay there much because we didn't feel very safe in this place. At Escadaria Selarón, we enjoyed it for a longer time. The place is the third most visited tourist spot in Rio and it really is very beautiful. The staircase was designed by Chilean artist Jorge Selarón and has 215 steps. The tiles placed are mostly

blue, green, yellow and red, but there are tiles of all kinds there. It has homage to foreign cities, soccer teams, countries and much more. It is a place that, in addition to being beautiful, is a lot of fun, as you can observe these details. Following the stairs, there is a mural of the World Map, which is pretty cool too. The forty-fifth attraction is the Rio Scenarium. Located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, this place has already been chosen by the English newspaper The Guardian as one of the 10 best bars in the world, but

for us, more than that, the place is practically a museum of old and curious pieces. Super highly rated on Google Maps with a score of 4.6 out of 5, it opens from Wednesday to Saturday and advance purchase is recommended through the website below. The decor throughout its 3 floors is impressive and has everything. Everything really! Musical instruments, briefcases, toy cars, watches, cash register, bicycle, among other antiques. In addition to the decor, there is also live music, drinks and top quality bar food. Since we started talking about some night tours in Rio, how about two suggestions

for those who want to enjoy a samba raíz tour in the middle of Rio de Janeiro. The first recommendation is Fundição Progresso, which is next to Arcos da Lapa, and every Thursday night there is Samba Independente dos Bons Costumes. For those who want to check the times, values ​​and schedule, just enter their Instagram and I'll leave it here below. Another root tour is the classic Samba da Pedra do Sal, the samba circle rolls in the middle of the crowd, and it's the purest RJ juice you can have. The energy of the people singing along with

the band is impressive. The best days to go there are Monday and Friday. Nearby is also Largo São Francisco da Prainha. In the midst of colonial houses is the Bafo da Prainha bar, where there is music and a lot of movement on Rio nights. Now returning to the historical attractions, how about visiting Quinta da Boa Vista. This place is one of the largest urban parks in Rio, with around 155 thousand square meters. The place was once one of the residences of very important personalities of the Empire of Brazil, such as Dom João VI, Dom Pedro

I and the Empress Maria Leopoldina. The entrance to the park is very beautiful and extensive, but the main highlight for us is the building where the National Museum is located. The construction is beautiful, as well as its garden full of statues. The penultimate attraction on the list is one of the most iconic and famous stadiums in the world, Maracanã. You can see the stadium from the inside by taking the Maracanã Tour. The cost of the tour is R$ 66.00 per person and in addition to seeing the stadium's facilities such as the changing room, the press

room, the stands, the bench, the entrance tunnel and the lawn, you can also see some items that tell the story of football and the stadium. Like old t-shirts from the Brazilian national team, autographed t-shirts from big names in football like Rainha Marta, Neymar, Zico, among other things. An amazing tour even for those who don't like football very much. About Maraca, it was the stage for the largest audience in the history of a football match, it is estimated that more than 199,000 people were present at the stadium in the 1950 Cup final between Brazil and Uruguay.

In addition, it also hosted the 2014 world cup final, being one of the two stadiums in the world to have hosted 2 cup finals in history. If you have the opportunity, also go to a game at Maracanã. And to end the list, an attraction for those who want to understand more about Rio Carnival, the Carnaval Experience. The Carnaval Experience is a tourist program developed by the Grande Rio samba school to show anyone interested in knowing how the backstage of the show that we see during Rio's carnival works. The tour is very fun and interactive, showing

parts of the process of making the floats and costumes. Then we watch a short film with the history and curiosities about Carnival, we go to a room where we put on costumes, we see a professional samba dancer very close to us and finally we drink a very cold caipirinha. The value of this experience is R$ 70.00 for Brazilians. And that's it guys, we've finalized the list and for those who want more information about Rio, we recommend the page of one of our partners on this trip, Rio CVB and the YouTube channel of our friends from

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