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outdoors in Rio de Janeiro : the essentials

Nature Reserves in Río de Janeiro

Sugarloaf

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The Pao de Azucar, compared to the view from the Corcovado, is not as high or as spectacular, but it is more conveniently accessib

Lakes in Río de Janeiro

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

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Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon is a giant lake in the middle of the city that you can walk/jog/rent a bike and travel along. It is very

Gardens in Río de Janeiro

Parque Lage

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This is an attractive park in the city of Rio de Janeiro, beside the city's botanical gardens. It's worth a visit; in addition to

Nature Reserves in Itatiaia

Itatiaia National Park

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Viewpoints in Río de Janeiro

Sunset at Arpoador

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Anyone visiting the city of Rio de Janeiro in November, December, January or February shouldn't miss the sunsets in Arpoador. The

Gardens in Río de Janeiro

Quinta da Boa Vista

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Viewpoints in Río de Janeiro

Vista Chinesa

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The city of Rio de Janeiro is well known for its natural beauty, and there's in no shortage of views to admire. This is undoutedly

Nature Reserves in Niterói

Parque da Cidade

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Gardens in Río de Janeiro

Jardim Botânico

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Islands in Angra dos Reis

Abrao

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To get to Ilha Grande you have to take a boat in Angra dos Reis, and this allows you to reach Abrao, the capital of the island, gi

Viewpoints in Río de Janeiro

Mirante Dona Marta

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Bays in Río de Janeiro

Bahía de Guanabara

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Viewpoints in Río de Janeiro

The View from a Favela

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Who would have thought that you could find such a wonder in a favela. It is an unforgettable place. It is a private home and a roo

Hiking in Río de Janeiro

Trilha Morro Dois Irmãos

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Viewpoints in Río de Janeiro

Mirante do Leblon

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Viewpoints in Niterói

Morro do Pico

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If you want to get the best view of Guanabara Bay you must climb this hill. As can be seen in the photos the views and the sunset

Gardens in Río de Janeiro

The Park of Ruins

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Nature Reserves in Angra dos Reis

Bay and Viewpoint of Bananal

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Ilha Grande has no roads or motor vehicles, so the only way to get around the island is by foot, mountain bike, or boat. There's a

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Activities in Rio de Janeiro

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Wonders of Rio: Christ, Selaron Steps, and Tijuca Forest

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$49.55

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Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

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$35.88

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Christ the Redeemer - Official Tickets & Optional Transfer

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starting from

$17.35

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Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide

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$28.45

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Corcovado, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour

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$106.69

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