Outdoors in Rio de Janeiro

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Hiking AreaPhoto of Pista Cláudio Coutinho — Hiking Area

Pista Cláudio Coutinho

Scenic trail winding through native jungle with opportunities to see & hear local birdlife.

Urca, RJ|5
ParkPhoto of Parque Lage — Park

Parque Lage

Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

Jardim Botânico, RJ|5
Scenic SpotPhoto of Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar — Scenic Spot

Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar

Urca, RJ|5
ParkPhoto of Passeio Público — Park

Passeio Público

This landscaped park dates to the 18th century & features sculptures & tree-shaded paths.

Lapa, RJ|4
Scenic SpotPhoto of Pedra do Arpoador — Scenic Spot

Pedra do Arpoador

Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.

Ipanema, RJ|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of Trilha do Morro da Urca — Hiking Area

Trilha do Morro da Urca

Part of the 180-km. Transcarioca Trail, this short trail winds through jungle to Sugar Loaf's peak.

Urca, RJ|5
City ParkPhoto of Parque Eduardo Guinle — City Park

Parque Eduardo Guinle

Peaceful wooded park including a duck pond, playground, & walking trails, also popular for picnics.

Laranjeiras, RJ|5
City ParkPhoto of Parque Natural Municipal Chico Mendes — City Parkvia Google Maps

Parque Natural Municipal Chico Mendes

Lakeside 99-acre nature park with Atlantic forest vegetation & a yellow-throated alligator habitat.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes, RJ|5
State ParkPhoto of Ilha Grande State Park — State Park

Ilha Grande State Park

Tree-covered preserve on a mountainous island featuring waterfalls, hiking trails & sandy beaches.

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City ParkPhoto of Praça Comandante Xavier de Brito — City Parkvia Google Maps

Praça Comandante Xavier de Brito

This lively historic square features a bronze French fountain & hosts various events.

Tijuca, RJ|5
National ParkPhoto of Chapada Diamantina National Park — National Parkvia Google Maps

Chapada Diamantina National Park

Rugged, rocky & biodiverse nature preserve known for its waterfalls, caves & former diamond mines.

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National ParkPhoto of Parque Nacional do Itatiaia — National Park

Parque Nacional do Itatiaia

Scenic national park (Brazil's first) offering lush vistas, wildlife & waterfalls plus trails.

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BeachPhoto of Copacabana Beach — Beachvia Google Maps

Copacabana Beach

Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.

Rio de Janeiro, RJ|5
ParkPhoto of Praça General Osório — Parkvia Google Maps

Praça General Osório

Ipanema, RJ|4
ParkPhoto of Parque das Crianças — Park

Parque das Crianças

Flamengo, RJ|5
ParkPhoto of Square Nossa Senhora da Paz — Parkvia Google Maps

Square Nossa Senhora da Paz

City park with a playground, walkways, a pond & an imposing monument to a Brazilian politician.

Ipanema, RJ|5
MarinaPhoto of Marina da Glória — Marinavia Google Maps

Marina da Glória

Center of the Olympic & Paralympic sailing competitions in an iconic setting near to the beach.

Glória, RJ|5
Botanical GardenPhoto of Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro — Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.

Jardim Botânico, RJ|5
National ParkPhoto of Monumento Natural dos Morros do Pão de Açúcar e da Urca — National ParkOur original photo

Monumento Natural dos Morros do Pão de Açúcar e da Urca

Iconic mountains with climbing, hiking trails, panoramic city views & wildlife sightings.

Urca, RJ|5
ParkPhoto of Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba — Parkvia Google Maps

Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba

Walking paths wind through this vast, tree- & plant-filled park featuring sculptures & scenic views.

Lagoa, RJ|5