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State of Rio de Janeiro

4.4
Beaches · Monuments · Landmarks
Many visitors only take a trip to State of Rio de Janeiro to attend or participate in the annual Carnaval, but they stay for the region's beaches, islands, mountains, dense forests, and busy urban centers, which are known for their vibrant culture and colorful way of life. Beyond Rio, one of the world's biggest cities, this small but densely populated state boasts a string of other towns ideal for leisurely cultural sightseeing or traditional beach activities. Popular things to do in State of Rio de Janeiro include mountain climbing, bird-watching, cycling, dancing, shopping, swimming, sailing, surfing, and hunting for that plate of local cuisine that's shaped by European, American, Asian, and African influences. Customize your holiday with our Brazil day trip planning app to create an adventure that suits you.
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    Places to visit in State of Rio de Janeiro

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    Regions of State of Rio de Janeiro

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    Popular things to do in State of Rio de Janeiro

    Copacabana Beach ©
    Beach
    Copacabana Beach
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Praia de Ipanema
    Beach
    Praia de Ipanema
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours
    Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer ©
    Monument
    Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro
    Garden
    Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in State of Rio de Janeiro

    Lopes Mendes Beach ©
    Beach
    Lopes Mendes Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Pedra do Arpoador ©
    Beach
    Pedra do Arpoador
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.7
    Duration: 1 hour
    Aventureiro ©
    Beach
    Aventureiro
    Ilha Grande
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Parnaioca Beach ©
    Beach
    Parnaioca Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours

    Beaches in State of Rio de Janeiro

    Praia Preta ©
    Beach
    Praia Preta
    Vila do Abraao
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Caxadaco Beach ©
    Beach
    Caxadaco Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Freguesia de Santana Beach ©
    Beach
    Freguesia de Santana Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours
    Lagoa Azul ©
    Beach
    Lagoa Azul
    Ilha Grande
    4.5
    Duration: 2 hours

    Nature in State of Rio de Janeiro

    Parque Nacional Tijuca ©
    Forest
    Parque Nacional Tijuca
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.7
    Duration: 5h 30 min
    Pico do Papagaio ©
    Mountain
    Pico do Papagaio
    Ilha Grande
    4.9
    Duration: 4 hours
    Lagoa Verde, Ilha Grande ©
    Water Body
    Lagoa Verde, Ilha Grande
    Ilha Grande
    4.6
    Duration: 2 hours
    Ilha Comprida ©
    Island
    Ilha Comprida
    Paraty
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours

    Hidden gems in State of Rio de Janeiro

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    Speed Boats Tour
    Speed Boats Tours
    Paraty
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Saco do Ceu Beach ©
    Beach
    Saco do Ceu Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours
    Dois Rios Beach ©
    Beach
    Dois Rios Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    Abraaozinho Beach ©
    Beach
    Abraaozinho Beach
    Ilha Grande
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours

    Museums in State of Rio de Janeiro

    Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro ©
    Art Museum
    Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.8
    Duration: 2 hours
    Imperial Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Imperial Museum
    Petropolis
    4.8
    Duration: 1 hour
    Museu da Republica ©
    Specialty Museum
    Museu da Republica
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Ecomuseu Ilha Grande ©
    Specialty Museum
    Ecomuseu Ilha Grande
    Ilha Grande
    3.6
    Duration: 2 hours

    Featured attractions

    Marapendivela ©
    Boat Rental
    Marapendivela
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.4
    Duration: 2 hours
    Ciroanimau Parapente ©
    Parasailing / Paragliding
    Ciroanimau Parapente
    Niteroi
    5.0
    Duration: 2 hours
    Favela Walking Tour ©
    Walking tour
    Favela Walking Tour
    Rio de Janeiro
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Rio de Janeiro Tours - Day Tours ©
    Private Tour
    Rio de Janeiro Tours - Day Tours
    Rio de Janeiro
    5.0
    Duration: 8 hours

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