This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.

Spend time exploring this historic botanical garden to see water features and sculptures, exotic plant species and endangered animals, including the black capuchin.

Visit this historic fort at the south end of Copacabana Beach to learn about Brazil’s military history through many fascinating displays and artifacts.

This historic church and convent in Rio de Janeiro contains exceedingly beautiful oil paintings, rare religious artifacts and interesting rooms.

A fascinating repository of artifacts, including royal carriages, weapons and a vast collection of coins, provide insights into the history of Brazil.

Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.

Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

Elegant architecture, a magnificent beach park, superb art exhibitions and a bustling food market feature in this tranquil bayside neighborhood. 

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

Hike to mountain lookouts, relax on a surf beach or try hang gliding at one of Rio’s most stylish neighborhoods.

In this fascinating museum many thousands of artifacts provide a comprehensive overview of the geological and paleontological history of Brazil.

Stunning coastal views, wildlife spotting and access to Sugarloaf Mountain make this one of the most popular walking trails in Río.

Spread across a historic building and a modern construction, connected by a canopy roof structure, this art museum exhibits an eclectic range of Brazilian art.

Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.

Find art galleries, museums, concert venues and entertainment centers at this revitalized maritime and industrial district on the shores of Guanabara Bay.

Explore the beach suburbs, parks, mountains, museums and soccer stadiums that make Rio de Janeiro one of the most exciting destinations on the planet.