City: State of Rio de Janeiro
Top Things to do in State of Rio de Janeiro
Top Hotels in State of Rio de Janeiro
- 1. Hotel Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme
- 2. Rio Othon Palace Hotel
- 3. Riale Brisa Barra Hotel
- 4. Radisson Hotel Barra Rio de Janeiro
- 5. CDesign Hotel
- 6. Hotel Laghetto Stilo Barra Rio
- 7. Orla Copacabana Hotel
- 8. Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
- 9. Americas Copacabana Hotel
- 10. Ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
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The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈʁi.u dʒi ʒɐˈnejɾu]) is one of the 27 federative units of Brazil. It has the second largest economy of Brazil, with the largest being that of the state of São Paulo.
Restaurants in State of Rio de Janeiro
1. Pico do Papagaio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 720 reviews
Reviewed By 394maggiet
Martin was a an absolute joy to work with. He is professional and knowledgeable while still making the experience fun and enjoyable. We completed both the parrot peak hike and also the sunset canoe trip. Martins tours are an amazing experience and I highly recommend him if you enjoy staying active while on the island. During our time we were able to experience a variety of unforgettable moments including watching one of the most spectacular sunrises I’ve ever seen and swimming with bioluminescence. Martin keeps the mood light and also provided us with amazing photos of the entire adventure for no additional cost. 10/10 recommend!
2. Saco do Mamangua Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 765 reviews
Reviewed By NewWorldSurfer - San Francisco, United States
Like most special places in the World, you pay dues to get there. If it is too easy it is ruined by overcrowding and inconsiderate people. The big issue here is the last 5 kilometers of the "road" to Paraty Mirim. Heavily washboarded and lots of mud. We made it in a rental car but if was rainy would be very easy to get stuck in the shin deep mud. 4X4 better, with higher ground clearance but lots do it in regular cars. Parking 20R for the day. The boatman would not go lower than 250R return despite dozens of boats and not so many customers. We are FIT travellers and refuse to go on tours with groups. This was true even before the Wuhan plague but all the more critical now. We did see the small bus so you can do it the cheap way for less than the cost of parking. The main beach was soso and crowded. You must hire boat to get to the world class beaches in the Saco (fjord) of Mamangua itself. The drive first suggested taking us to a beach with a restaurant which we declined. We bring our own cooler with food and deinks and asked for the best beach (which means undeveloped). Euginho Beach did not disappoint. Freshwater stream emerging from pile of rounbded rocks which meets the sea and very pristine sand , HUGE shade tree and restroom are only "facilities". and reef.
3. Capela Magdalena
4. Parque Nacional da Tijuca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,259 reviews
You’ll find historical spots, spectacular views, a beautiful waterfall, a small chapel and unusual trees in this dense, tropical national park, probably best explored by jeep tour.
Reviewed By EvanBocaFL - Boca Raton, United States
If you can't go to the Amazon, enjoy one of Rio's jewels, an authentic tropical forest, nicely preserved in a mountain setting, with ponds, waterfalls, and small animals like monkeys and birds.
5. Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,774 reviews
Reviewed By onelove_adventure - Victoria, Canada
The tours are conducted by guards/soldiers and ours had interesting stories to share about the history of the fort. Can be challenging to understand if you don't speak Portugese. Beautiful views of Rio and the drive there is fun with plenty to see although the roads are narrow in places.
6. Praia Brava
7. Foca Beach
8. Praia de Grumari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,585 reviews
Reviewed By JackMillerTrek - Czech Republic, null
Beauty. It is an unmissable visit for all visitors. It comes easily. There are no lines to enter and they do not charge entrance. For lovers of architecture and art it is an incredible place.
9. Prainha Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,427 reviews
Prainha Beach is a secluded half-moon-shaped beach, bordered on each side by rocks and high cliffs. It is one of the best surfing spots in Rio, and may be reached by car or by the orange "surf bus" that passes through Copacabana and Ipanema.
Reviewed By iamyaman
This is a lovely beach to visit if it isn't crowded. I found it to be less of a headache than Copacabana and less busy than Ipanema. It is one of the areas you should check out and explore when you first arrive in Rio so it stands out a bit in your memory.
10. Real Gabinete Portugues Da Leitura
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,033 reviews
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Reviewed By 773nicholasn - Copenhagen, Denmark
The library is so beautiful and makes you think that you're in a library in the Harry Potter world. Definitely worth going here. The entrance is free.
