Rio Highlights

Rio de Janeiro is full of unique sights. These are the highlights of Rio, some of the best known and famous sights that are ideal for your visit in the Wonderful City. Places that represent the city by themselves and that make Rio an incredible place, full of experiences that you will only find here.

CRISTO REDENTOR

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, an incredible monument where you can have one of the most beautiful views of the city: The Cristo Redentor. You reach the top of the Corcovado by a train ride across the Atlantic Forest or van services available at various points in the city.

Address: Tijuca National Park - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ

PÃO DE AÇÚCAR

Your visit to the Pão de Açúcar begins with an incredible tram ride from Red Beach towards the Morro da Urca. From there you have access to a stunning view of the Wonderful City, including the edge of Copacabana, the entrance to Guanabara Bay and the inlet of Botafogo.

Address: Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-240

ARCOS DA LAPA

The former Carioca Aqueduct, known as Arcos da Lapa, is one of the city's postcards, as well as being the most representative symbol of the Ancient River preserved in the Bohemian region of Lapa. The structure, in mortard stone, has a Romanesque, whiteish style, has 42 double arches and glasses on the top. The Arcos da Lapa are considered the largest architectural work undertaken in Brazil during the colonial period. Around it are two of the most important concert houses in the city: the Progress Foundry and the Flying Circus.

Address: Lapa, Rio de Janeiro

ESCADARIA SELARÓN

Instagramable point in the center of Rio! One of the icons of the Wonderful City, the Escadaria Selarón is an incredible mosaic that stands between the Lapa and Santa Teresa neighborhoods and enchants everyone who passes it. The work of Chilean plastic artist Jorge Selarón, began to be built in the early 1990s and are all over 200 steps full of tiles from different parts of the world. In 2015, the staircase was recognized as the historical and cultural heritage of the city of Rio de Janeiro and since its creation to this day is one of the most instagramable and visited sights in Rio.

Address: R. Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20241-120

MARACANÃ

The sacred temple of Brazilian football is very Rio. The Mário Filho Journalist Stadium, popularly known as Maracanã, or Maraca for the most intimate, is a mandatory stop for visitors arriving in the city, entitled to a guided tour of the stadium that has already received two World Cup finals, ceremonies of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, and major international shows.

Address: Av. Pres. Castelo Branco, Gate 3 - Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20271-130

JARDIM BOTÂNICO

Founded in 1808 by D. João, the Jardim Botânico is famous for the exuberance and importance of its collections of plants as well as for the beauty of its landscapes. Its bicentennial history is expressed in its monuments, constructions and works of art. Visitors can walk or ride by electric car through the alleys and see plants from different countries, discover the greenhouses and theme gardens and collections, such as the Japanese Garden. The Garden is also a good place for bird watching.

Address: R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22460-030

YUP STAR

Located in Porto Maravilha, Yup Star Rio is 88 metres high, providing a wonderful view of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Supports up to 432 people at the same time and is one of the largest Ferris wheel in Latin America. There are 54 gondolas with capacity of up to 8 people per cabin and accessibility for people with disabilities.

Address: Porto Maravilha - Av. Rodrigues Alves, 455 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-360

BIOPARK

BioParque is a place focused on animal welfare, which develops research projects for species conservation and also focuses on the environmental education of visitors. Based on the Education, Research and Conservation tripod, discover the new Rio Biopark. Unlike everything you know about the old zoo, the Rio Biopark has come to write a new chapter in the history of species conservation in Brazil and be the setting of many unforgettable memories that you will build with your family!

Address: Parque da Quinta da Boa Vista S/N - São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20940-040

AQUARIO

AquaRio is not only the largest aquarium in South America, but it gathers more than 2,000 marine animals and contains 4.5 million liters of water. It also has a structure that provides a lot of fun and interaction for audiences of all ages.

Address: Muhammad Ali Square - Via Binary do Porto, s/n - Gamboa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-360

GOOD SANTA TERESA

The famous trams of Santa Teresa, which connect the center of Rio to the neighborhood of Santa Teresa, are not just a means of real transport for residents of the neighborhood or even tourists who want to visit the site. They are an attraction of the city, they are part of the local scene and have even become postcards.

Address: R. Lélio Gama, s/n - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031-080

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