Kids in Rio de Janeiro

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Pier Mauá

Cruise ships dock at the this big, busy port with a museum & other attractions, plus various events.

Praça Mauá, RJ|5

Horto Waterfalls

In the Tijuca National Park above Rio, this cascade & pool is surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

Alto da Boa Vista, RJ|5

Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)

Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.

Parque do Flamengo, RJ|5

Aquarium

AquaRio

Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.

Gamboa, RJ|5

Amusement Park

Play City

Fairground with gentle rides, looping roller coasters & a Ferris wheel, plus a food court.

Del Castilho, RJ|5

Bosque da Freguesia

Large park with paths through dense forest known for fruit trees, colorful birdlife & butterflies.

Anil, RJ|5

Garota de Ipanema

Arpoador, RJ|5

Fazendinha Rio

Kid-oriented farm featuring petting & feeding areas, pony rides, fishing & a restaurant.

Vargem Grande, RJ|5

Mirante Rocinha

Chic bar/restaurant & deck with views of Sugarloaf Mountain & the Christ The Redeemer statue.

Gávea, RJ|5

Mirante do Leblon

Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.

Vidigal, RJ|5

City Park

Parque Natural Municipal da Cidade

Area of Atlantic Forest, with streams & trails, as well as playground, sculptures & the City Museum.

Gávea, RJ|5

Zoo

Imperial de São Cristóvão, RJ|4

BioPark of Rio

Family-friendly zoo with native & exotic birds & animals like tigers, lions, bears & alligators.

Carnaval Experience

Santo Cristo, RJ|5

Mirante do Joá

Tranquil lookout point with a colorful tile mosaic affording panoramic views over the beach & ocean.

Joá, RJ|5

City Park