Guidebook for Rio de Janeiro
Sightseeing
One of the most famous postcards of the city. The ride unfolds a 360º scenery of breathtaking views, including the Leme, Copacabana, Ipanema, Flamengo and Leblon beaches; the Pedra da Gávea, Maciço da Tijuca and Corcovado mountains, the latter showcasing the statue of Christ the Redeemer; the Guanabara Bay; the downtown area; the Santos Dumont Airport; Governador island; the neighboring city of Niterói; the Rio-Niterói bridge; and the Serra do Mar mountain backdrop, with the famous Dedo de Deus (“God’s Finger”) peak.
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Pão de Açúcar
One of the most famous postcards of the city. The ride unfolds a 360º scenery of breathtaking views, including the Leme, Copacabana, Ipanema, Flamengo and Leblon beaches; the Pedra da Gávea, Maciço da Tijuca and Corcovado mountains, the latter showcasing the statue of Christ the Redeemer; the Guanabara Bay; the downtown area; the Santos Dumont Airport; Governador island; the neighboring city of Niterói; the Rio-Niterói bridge; and the Serra do Mar mountain backdrop, with the famous Dedo de Deus (“God’s Finger”) peak.
The famous trams of Santa Teresa, which connect the center of Rio with the neighborhood of Santa Teresa, are not only a real means of transportation for residents of the neighborhood or even tourists who want to visit the place. They are an attraction of the city, they are part of the local scenery and have even become postcards. Out of circulation for four years, since the middle of 2015 the cable cars circulate, in assisted operation, in the sections Largo da Carioca-Largo dos Guimarães and Largo da Carioca-Francisco Muratori. Exits occur every 20 minutes at the Guimarães branch, and every hour at the Muratori branch. The cost of the tour is $ 20, round trip.
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Tram station Carioca
2 R. Lélio GamaThe famous trams of Santa Teresa, which connect the center of Rio with the neighborhood of Santa Teresa, are not only a real means of transportation for residents of the neighborhood or even tourists who want to visit the place. They are an attraction of the city, they are part of the local scenery and have even become postcards. Out of circulation for four years, since the middle of 2015 the cable cars circulate, in assisted operation, in the sections Largo da Carioca-Largo dos Guimarães and Largo da Carioca-Francisco Muratori. Exits occur every 20 minutes at the Guimarães branch, and every hour at the Muratori branch. The cost of the tour is $ 20, round trip.
Those who pass through Rua Cosme Velho hardly notice a small alley (Beco do Boticário) that gives entrance to the charming Largo do Boticário. There are only 8 houses in neocolonial style, surrounded by the Atlantic forest and where you can still hear the Carioca River running in the open air. The Largo came into existence in 1879 and its houses have undergone many renovations and continue to need care, but still the place continues to attract tourists and take the visitor to a quiet and bucolic time travel. The name Boticário was given because there lived Sergeant Joaquim da Silva Souto, retired military man known for the preparation of ointments and syrups, an apothecary.
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Largo do Boticário
26 Beco do BoticárioThose who pass through Rua Cosme Velho hardly notice a small alley (Beco do Boticário) that gives entrance to the charming Largo do Boticário. There are only 8 houses in neocolonial style, surrounded by the Atlantic forest and where you can still hear the Carioca River running in the open air. The Largo came into existence in 1879 and its houses have undergone many renovations and continue to need care, but still the place continues to attract tourists and take the visitor to a quiet and bucolic time travel. The name Boticário was given because there lived Sergeant Joaquim da Silva Souto, retired military man known for the preparation of ointments and syrups, an apothecary.
Those looking for art, culture and gastronomy gathered in the same place, find in the São José das Artes Market, better known as Mercadinho São José, options ranging from craft fair and exhibitions to restaurants with typical Brazilian and international foods. With a capacity for almost 600 people, the Market located at Rua das Laranjeiras, nº 90, houses 16 boxes, where six bars and restaurants operate; Two shops (one of handicrafts and one of capoeira), a musical studio and the studio of the plastic artist Luzia Mariana.
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Mercadinho São José
90 Rua das LaranjeirasThose looking for art, culture and gastronomy gathered in the same place, find in the São José das Artes Market, better known as Mercadinho São José, options ranging from craft fair and exhibitions to restaurants with typical Brazilian and international foods. With a capacity for almost 600 people, the Market located at Rua das Laranjeiras, nº 90, houses 16 boxes, where six bars and restaurants operate; Two shops (one of handicrafts and one of capoeira), a musical studio and the studio of the plastic artist Luzia Mariana.
Guinle Park was originally a farmhouse acquired by Dr. Eduardo Guinle to build his residence. Today the Guinle mansion is known as the Laranjeiras Palace, the official residence of the governor of the State of Rio de Janeiro. The Park located at the end of Rua Gago Coutinho, has entrance through a beautiful gate that gives access to an area of 24,750 m2 where you can see a small lake, avenues, lawns, trees and tropical plants. Because it is an area of the Governor's residence, the place is very well policed. It is worth to visit this beautiful park.
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Parque Eduardo Guinle
Guinle Park was originally a farmhouse acquired by Dr. Eduardo Guinle to build his residence. Today the Guinle mansion is known as the Laranjeiras Palace, the official residence of the governor of the State of Rio de Janeiro. The Park located at the end of Rua Gago Coutinho, has entrance through a beautiful gate that gives access to an area of 24,750 m2 where you can see a small lake, avenues, lawns, trees and tropical plants. Because it is an area of the Governor's residence, the place is very well policed. It is worth to visit this beautiful park.
The Guanabara Palace began to be built in 1853 by merchant José Machado Coelho, in a property known as Chácara do Rozo de Domingos Francisco de Araújo Rozo, which was the most beautiful country house on the street called Rua Guanabara (now Rua Pinheiro Machado) and that was private residence until 1860. It is currently used as the seat of the government of Rio de Janeiro, where it dispatches the governor and the staff of his office. To this day, the Imperial Family tries to regain possession of it (one of the oldest legal proceedings in the country).
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Palacio Guanabara
s/nº R. Pinheiro MachadoThe Guanabara Palace began to be built in 1853 by merchant José Machado Coelho, in a property known as Chácara do Rozo de Domingos Francisco de Araújo Rozo, which was the most beautiful country house on the street called Rua Guanabara (now Rua Pinheiro Machado) and that was private residence until 1860. It is currently used as the seat of the government of Rio de Janeiro, where it dispatches the governor and the staff of his office. To this day, the Imperial Family tries to regain possession of it (one of the oldest legal proceedings in the country).
Everything begins on board of a centenarian eco-friendly electric train. It doesn't pollute and cuts through the well-preserved Atlantic Forest, which is part of Tijuca's National Park. At the foot of Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven New Wonders of the Modern World, the most beautiful view overlooking Rio de Janeiro is the best thing the city has to offer.
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Trem do Corcovado
513 Rua Cosme VelhoEverything begins on board of a centenarian eco-friendly electric train. It doesn't pollute and cuts through the well-preserved Atlantic Forest, which is part of Tijuca's National Park. At the foot of Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven New Wonders of the Modern World, the most beautiful view overlooking Rio de Janeiro is the best thing the city has to offer.
In the top of the mountain is installed Christ the redeemer, one of the most wanted touristic sides of Rio de Janeiro. Biggest and most famous scripture Art Déco of the world. It’s located at Parque Nacional da Tijuca, 710 meter above the sea level, where anybody can appreciate one of the most beautiful views of the city. The monument is accessible by train, van or car. To get into the monument, there’s a nice ride by train that, during 20 minutes, it crosses Mata Atlântica until Corcovado’s top. Making an easy access to the visitants, three panoramic elevators and four escalators were built. The visual is amazing; it makes an unmissable programme for those that visit the city.
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Cristo Redentor
In the top of the mountain is installed Christ the redeemer, one of the most wanted touristic sides of Rio de Janeiro. Biggest and most famous scripture Art Déco of the world. It’s located at Parque Nacional da Tijuca, 710 meter above the sea level, where anybody can appreciate one of the most beautiful views of the city. The monument is accessible by train, van or car. To get into the monument, there’s a nice ride by train that, during 20 minutes, it crosses Mata Atlântica until Corcovado’s top. Making an easy access to the visitants, three panoramic elevators and four escalators were built. The visual is amazing; it makes an unmissable programme for those that visit the city.
In 1990, Selarón began work on the staircase that would become one of the city's postcards. The staircase, located between Joaquim Silva street in Lapa and Pinto Martins street in the Santa Teresa neighborhood, is only five minutes from the Arcos da Lapa. Work of the Chilean plastic artist Jorge Selarón, the staircase gathers several tiles from various parts of Brazil and the world. All colorful, has been scene of clips of U2 and Snoop Dogg, besides being a place chosen by Cariocas and thousands of visitors of the city for photographs.
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Escalera Selarón
Rua Manuel CarneiroIn 1990, Selarón began work on the staircase that would become one of the city's postcards. The staircase, located between Joaquim Silva street in Lapa and Pinto Martins street in the Santa Teresa neighborhood, is only five minutes from the Arcos da Lapa. Work of the Chilean plastic artist Jorge Selarón, the staircase gathers several tiles from various parts of Brazil and the world. All colorful, has been scene of clips of U2 and Snoop Dogg, besides being a place chosen by Cariocas and thousands of visitors of the city for photographs.
Meeting point for local youth and tourists from the whole world, Mureta da Urca was reference on the city when the issue is cold beer and sunset in one of the most beautiful views of the city. Daily, friends meet at Mureta to talk, to eat snacks served on the street by the bars around and to appreciate a beautiful view of the Guanabara bay. The busiest days are on the Thursdays and Fridays, from 7PM, and on the weekends, serving as a preview to the local ballads. It’s just arrive, ask for the cold beer and enjoy the authentic summer late afternoon of Rio.
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Mureta da Urca
Mureta da UrcaMeeting point for local youth and tourists from the whole world, Mureta da Urca was reference on the city when the issue is cold beer and sunset in one of the most beautiful views of the city. Daily, friends meet at Mureta to talk, to eat snacks served on the street by the bars around and to appreciate a beautiful view of the Guanabara bay. The busiest days are on the Thursdays and Fridays, from 7PM, and on the weekends, serving as a preview to the local ballads. It’s just arrive, ask for the cold beer and enjoy the authentic summer late afternoon of Rio.
Everything Else
Airport welcomes visitors worldwide.
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Aeropuerto Internacional RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim
s/nº Av. Vinte de JaneiroAirport welcomes visitors worldwide.
Getting Around
Aeroporto Santos Dumont
Aeroporto Santos DumontSecond largest city airport.
Metrô General Osório - Saida D
Rua Sá FerreiraSubway Station
Estação Cantagalo
Praça Eugênio JardimSubway Station
Estação De Metrô Largo Do Machado
Subway station closest to home
Siqueira Campos station
Subway Station
Uruguaiana Station
160 R. UruguaianaSubway Station
Jardim Oceânico Station
Subway Station
Cinelândia
Praça FlorianoSubway Station
Botafogo station
5 R. Nelson MandelaSubway Station
Novo Rio Bus Terminal station
1 Av. Francisco BicalhoBus Station
Food Scene
Daily bakery serves breakfast, snacks and specialty bread varieties in casual, family atmosphere.
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Bread & Company
147 R. das LaranjeirasDaily bakery serves breakfast, snacks and specialty bread varieties in casual, family atmosphere.
The old Portugal, with wild boar, lamb and cod tiled space, old photos and images of saints.
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Nova Capela Restaurant & Bar
96 Av. Mem de SáThe old Portugal, with wild boar, lamb and cod tiled space, old photos and images of saints.
Expressed Arabic specialties, both savory and sweet, to get served in the bar or in the few tables in the house.
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Rotisseria Sírio Libaneza Ltda
29 Largo do MachadoExpressed Arabic specialties, both savory and sweet, to get served in the bar or in the few tables in the house.
Typical northeastern cuisine in old house with rustic ambiance, bar and evenings of live music.
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Severyna
54 R. IpirangaTypical northeastern cuisine in old house with rustic ambiance, bar and evenings of live music.
The menu specialized in Brazilian cuisine with a refined French touch, the wine card that gives preference to national brands, the cozy environment of the establishment and the beautiful view of Guanabara Bay transform Aprazível’s apparent rusticity in one of the most exquisite restaurants in the city. The simplicity and the coziness of the house, split into four environments, puts the client in direct contact with nature, offering them the shade of mango and avocado trees in the restaurant’s external area, saloons in the main house and a pleasant balcony with view to a beautiful sunset.
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Aprazível
62 R. AprazívelThe menu specialized in Brazilian cuisine with a refined French touch, the wine card that gives preference to national brands, the cozy environment of the establishment and the beautiful view of Guanabara Bay transform Aprazível’s apparent rusticity in one of the most exquisite restaurants in the city. The simplicity and the coziness of the house, split into four environments, puts the client in direct contact with nature, offering them the shade of mango and avocado trees in the restaurant’s external area, saloons in the main house and a pleasant balcony with view to a beautiful sunset.
For over a century, Cavé pastry shop has been a must-go place during a visit to Rio Downtwn. Getting inside is a journey to the past to relive a little bit of the Ancient Rio. First pastry shop in town, it was founded in March 1860 by Charles Auguste Cavé, a French man who led the business through 1922. It was later taken by Portuguese associates who brought to the menu dishes which still can be found there, such as the famous Pastel de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts), toucinho do céu (Portuguese almond cake), and dom Rodrigo, which is made with egg threads and cinnamon.
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Casa Cavé
133 R. Sete de SetembroFor over a century, Cavé pastry shop has been a must-go place during a visit to Rio Downtwn. Getting inside is a journey to the past to relive a little bit of the Ancient Rio. First pastry shop in town, it was founded in March 1860 by Charles Auguste Cavé, a French man who led the business through 1922. It was later taken by Portuguese associates who brought to the menu dishes which still can be found there, such as the famous Pastel de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts), toucinho do céu (Portuguese almond cake), and dom Rodrigo, which is made with egg threads and cinnamon.
With over thirty branches around the world, the Fogo de Chão steakhouse is the perfect restaurant for those who enjoy a true gaucho barbecue.
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Fogo de Chão Botafogo
s/n Av. Reporter Nestor MoreiraWith over thirty branches around the world, the Fogo de Chão steakhouse is the perfect restaurant for those who enjoy a true gaucho barbecue.
Among the colorful walls that are covered with gifts, creative dishes circulate from one side to the other: a peach-palm hearts moqueca (stew with coconut milk, “dendê” palm oil and spices) with plantains going one way, a portion of dried meat with herb butter accompanied by peanut farofa (toasted peanut flour) going in the other direction. The restaurant maintains the Brazilian identity – with a strong Northeastern influence – thanks to chef Kátia Barbosa’s parents.
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Aconchego Carioca
245 R. Barão de IguatemiAmong the colorful walls that are covered with gifts, creative dishes circulate from one side to the other: a peach-palm hearts moqueca (stew with coconut milk, “dendê” palm oil and spices) with plantains going one way, a portion of dried meat with herb butter accompanied by peanut farofa (toasted peanut flour) going in the other direction. The restaurant maintains the Brazilian identity – with a strong Northeastern influence – thanks to chef Kátia Barbosa’s parents.
We are a Café and Deli in Laranjeiras, in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Since 2008 we serve breakfast, special sandwiches, wines, sweets, lunch and so on. All to the sound of good jazz or bossa nova. Oh, we have a children's area that kids love - and parents too ... We are partygoers and experts at parties and coffee breaks, with tasty sandwiches, quiches, salads, cakes, pies and other delicious things.
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Maya Café
15 B R. Prof. Ortiz MonteiroWe are a Café and Deli in Laranjeiras, in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Since 2008 we serve breakfast, special sandwiches, wines, sweets, lunch and so on. All to the sound of good jazz or bossa nova. Oh, we have a children's area that kids love - and parents too ... We are partygoers and experts at parties and coffee breaks, with tasty sandwiches, quiches, salads, cakes, pies and other delicious things.
Empório Lamego
366 R. das LaranjeirasBakery on the corner of the house
Drinks & Nightlife
The Portuguese origin merchant bar is high as the menu points the crab cakes, calamari and shrimp and the shrimp and chicken pies. Traditional Lusitanian culture, pastels of Bethlehem and Santa Clara are also found in the house. To drink, beer or bottled beers.
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Tasca do Edgar
34 R. AliceThe Portuguese origin merchant bar is high as the menu points the crab cakes, calamari and shrimp and the shrimp and chicken pies. Traditional Lusitanian culture, pastels of Bethlehem and Santa Clara are also found in the house. To drink, beer or bottled beers.
The fair began around the 60s, in the area around the pavillion. From 2003 on, major re-structuring efforts renewed the structures, the main lanes, and the water and sewerage systems. Beautiful colored panels related to Northeastern Culture decorate the building’s facade. The São Cristóvão Fair takes place in the Luiz Gonzaga Center of Northeastern Traditions, with about 70 booths that offer various samples of northeastern culture.
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Feira de São Cristóvão
B47 Rua ParaíbaThe fair began around the 60s, in the area around the pavillion. From 2003 on, major re-structuring efforts renewed the structures, the main lanes, and the water and sewerage systems. Beautiful colored panels related to Northeastern Culture decorate the building’s facade. The São Cristóvão Fair takes place in the Luiz Gonzaga Center of Northeastern Traditions, with about 70 booths that offer various samples of northeastern culture.
The main symbol of the bohemian neighborhood. Rio’s old Carioca Aqueduct, known Lapa Arches, is one of the best known sites in the city, as well as one of the most representative symbols of old Rio, fully preserved to this day at the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa. The limestone structure in a Romantic style features 42 large double arcs and seeing glasses in the superior area. The Lapa Arches are considered the architectural piece in Brazil built during the colonial period. Around it are two of the most important houses of the city: Fundição Progresso e Circo Voador.
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Carioca Aqueduct
The main symbol of the bohemian neighborhood. Rio’s old Carioca Aqueduct, known Lapa Arches, is one of the best known sites in the city, as well as one of the most representative symbols of old Rio, fully preserved to this day at the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa. The limestone structure in a Romantic style features 42 large double arcs and seeing glasses in the superior area. The Lapa Arches are considered the architectural piece in Brazil built during the colonial period. Around it are two of the most important houses of the city: Fundição Progresso e Circo Voador.
Meeting point of all the tribes and audible smiles of the city. Neighbor of Arcos da Lapa, Circo Voador keep creating historical nights in the Rio musical scene like never stopped to do. One of the most loved and respected houses of Brazil, “nave” was a stage of the unforgettable shows in the 90s and responsible for the first steps of several rock bands like Legião Urbana and Os Paralamas do Sucesso. Today, besides of the memorable shows, Circo voador also offers an extensive program of festivals, cultural events and social projects focusing on the education.
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Circo Voador
s/n R. dos ArcosMeeting point of all the tribes and audible smiles of the city. Neighbor of Arcos da Lapa, Circo Voador keep creating historical nights in the Rio musical scene like never stopped to do. One of the most loved and respected houses of Brazil, “nave” was a stage of the unforgettable shows in the 90s and responsible for the first steps of several rock bands like Legião Urbana and Os Paralamas do Sucesso. Today, besides of the memorable shows, Circo voador also offers an extensive program of festivals, cultural events and social projects focusing on the education.
The house of traditional northeastern Brazilian food in Botafogo .At first, it was run by a Portuguese old lady. But in the early 1980’s, Francisco, from the state of Ceará, turned the old bar into a place dedicated to the Northeastern food. Assorted cachaças (sugar cane liquor), cold beer, “baião de dois”, dry-cured beef, and “coalho” cheese are just some of the many options you can choose in the bar located in a quiet street in Botafogo.
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Adega da Velha
25 R. Paulo BarretoThe house of traditional northeastern Brazilian food in Botafogo .At first, it was run by a Portuguese old lady. But in the early 1980’s, Francisco, from the state of Ceará, turned the old bar into a place dedicated to the Northeastern food. Assorted cachaças (sugar cane liquor), cold beer, “baião de dois”, dry-cured beef, and “coalho” cheese are just some of the many options you can choose in the bar located in a quiet street in Botafogo.
Opened in 1998, Semente has become a reference in the city when the subject is live Samba.Open daily from 7 PM to 2 AM, it was the establishment that hosted and launched the careers of established musicians such as Yamandu Costa, Teresa Cristina, Nicolas Krassik and the Casuarina group. Closed sometime between 2003 and 2004, the bar was reopened thanks to a mobilization done by the musicians and the regulars. The bar is so respected that even Chico Buarque has showed up to do a surprise performance to the regulars. They say it was a historical night… The violinist Zé Pualo Becker performs there every Monday. The house serves a plank of cold cuts, cheeses and sandwiches as appetizers.
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Bar Semente
Opened in 1998, Semente has become a reference in the city when the subject is live Samba.Open daily from 7 PM to 2 AM, it was the establishment that hosted and launched the careers of established musicians such as Yamandu Costa, Teresa Cristina, Nicolas Krassik and the Casuarina group. Closed sometime between 2003 and 2004, the bar was reopened thanks to a mobilization done by the musicians and the regulars. The bar is so respected that even Chico Buarque has showed up to do a surprise performance to the regulars. They say it was a historical night… The violinist Zé Pualo Becker performs there every Monday. The house serves a plank of cold cuts, cheeses and sandwiches as appetizers.
Essentials
We are the first and only Hortifruti. We have created a different way of offering the freshness of fairs with the convenience of the big markets. Our commitment is always to take to your table what nature has to offer, with fruits, vegetables and freshly baked vegetables and a smile that can not miss. A few blocks from the house.
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Hortifruti
281 Av. Prado JúniorWe are the first and only Hortifruti. We have created a different way of offering the freshness of fairs with the convenience of the big markets. Our commitment is always to take to your table what nature has to offer, with fruits, vegetables and freshly baked vegetables and a smile that can not miss. A few blocks from the house.
Small supermarket chain that offers a bit of everything. A few blocks from the house.
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Princesa Supermercados
218 R. das LaranjeirasSmall supermarket chain that offers a bit of everything. A few blocks from the house.
Drogaria Cristal
46 R. Francisco SáDrugstore / Pharmacy on the corner of the house.
Parks & Nature
Arpoador
Special beach
Projected in 1840 by the the English landscaper John Tyndale, the wonderful garden with Romantic and European style share the attention with the native forest of Mata Atlântica. Also highlight imperial palm tree, the rivers and artificial island, a part from caves spread over the park and the inlaid aquarium on the walls with a lot of fishes. Picnic is very common the park. The main edification of the space, a big house of the XIX century, the Visual art school, works in Parque Lage (EAV). On the main mansion courtyard by the pool, the BistrôPlage offers a delicious breakfast, more lunch and dinners with organic product . Golden tip: Parque Lage is the favorite place for the people in love.
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Parque Lage
414 R. Jardim BotânicoProjected in 1840 by the the English landscaper John Tyndale, the wonderful garden with Romantic and European style share the attention with the native forest of Mata Atlântica. Also highlight imperial palm tree, the rivers and artificial island, a part from caves spread over the park and the inlaid aquarium on the walls with a lot of fishes. Picnic is very common the park. The main edification of the space, a big house of the XIX century, the Visual art school, works in Parque Lage (EAV). On the main mansion courtyard by the pool, the BistrôPlage offers a delicious breakfast, more lunch and dinners with organic product . Golden tip: Parque Lage is the favorite place for the people in love.
Located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, with access through the North, South and West zones, Tijuca National Park protects the largest urban forest in the world replanted by man, with an extension of 3,953ha of Atlantic Forest. It is the most visited National Park in Brazil, receiving more than three million visitors per year, between Brazilians and foreigners of all ages. It is, undoubtedly, a fundamental piece to make Rio the Marvelous City. Divided into four sectors - Floresta, Serra da Carioca, Pedra Bonita / Pedra da Gávea and Pretos Forros / Covanca, the PNT has program options for all audiences: from picnic areas and barbecues to free flight, climbing, trails and other activities .
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Parque Florestal da Tijuca
Located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, with access through the North, South and West zones, Tijuca National Park protects the largest urban forest in the world replanted by man, with an extension of 3,953ha of Atlantic Forest. It is the most visited National Park in Brazil, receiving more than three million visitors per year, between Brazilians and foreigners of all ages. It is, undoubtedly, a fundamental piece to make Rio the Marvelous City. Divided into four sectors - Floresta, Serra da Carioca, Pedra Bonita / Pedra da Gávea and Pretos Forros / Covanca, the PNT has program options for all audiences: from picnic areas and barbecues to free flight, climbing, trails and other activities .
Playa Ipanema
Famous beach
Playa de Copacabana
Famous beach
Praia do Leblon
Famous beach
Praia de Botafogo
Praia de BotafogoBeach with an incredible view
Playa Roja
Beach with an incredible view
Playa de Barra da Tijuca
Beautiful beach
Praia da Gávea
Beautiful beach
Over the quiet waters of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, cariocas and visitants practice sports, make picnic and relax. The scenery is perfect to the nautical sports, like Rowing and Canoeing. For those who prefer solid ground can opt to walk or cycle over the place, of 8 km, always bustling, mainly in the end of the afternoon. After a lof of effort, nothing better than than a great coconut water, in one of the many kiosks, to complete de programme.
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Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
Over the quiet waters of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, cariocas and visitants practice sports, make picnic and relax. The scenery is perfect to the nautical sports, like Rowing and Canoeing. For those who prefer solid ground can opt to walk or cycle over the place, of 8 km, always bustling, mainly in the end of the afternoon. After a lof of effort, nothing better than than a great coconut water, in one of the many kiosks, to complete de programme.
Aterro do Flamengo is known for being one of the biggest complex of recreation of the city: the place is ideal for who wants to enjoy a sunny day and do activities outside of the house. The are – that goes from Santos Dumont airport, in Downtown, until the beginning of Botafogo beach, going through Gloria and Flamengo neighborhood – is wanted, mainly on the weekends to the sport practicing like walking, run, cycling, skate, roll skate and others.
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Flamengo Park
Calçadão da PraiaAterro do Flamengo is known for being one of the biggest complex of recreation of the city: the place is ideal for who wants to enjoy a sunny day and do activities outside of the house. The are – that goes from Santos Dumont airport, in Downtown, until the beginning of Botafogo beach, going through Gloria and Flamengo neighborhood – is wanted, mainly on the weekends to the sport practicing like walking, run, cycling, skate, roll skate and others.
It was the original residence of the real family of 1808 until the proclamation of the republic, in 1889.Located in São Cristóvão, Quinta da Boa Vista is one the biggest urban parks of the city, over 155 thousand square meters. It preserves the gardens and lakes created by the French landscaper Auguste Glaziou; the old real family palace, where the National museum is located; buildings and original bronze statues; like the Apolo Temple; the Monumental Gate, marriage gift of Northumberland Duke to the young couple D. Pedro I and the Empress, D. Leopoldina, that today welcomes the Zoo visitants.
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Quinta da Boa Vista
s/n Av. Pedro IIIt was the original residence of the real family of 1808 until the proclamation of the republic, in 1889.Located in São Cristóvão, Quinta da Boa Vista is one the biggest urban parks of the city, over 155 thousand square meters. It preserves the gardens and lakes created by the French landscaper Auguste Glaziou; the old real family palace, where the National museum is located; buildings and original bronze statues; like the Apolo Temple; the Monumental Gate, marriage gift of Northumberland Duke to the young couple D. Pedro I and the Empress, D. Leopoldina, that today welcomes the Zoo visitants.
The Botanical Garden is an important touristic side of the city and so much visited by researchers who study the hundreds species that are there. With total area of 137 hectares, being 54 of acreage, the Botanical Garden houses rare collections of bromeliads and orchids, as well as old trees and exotic plants. The Park also is an excellent place to observe the birds, because there are more than hundred different species in the crowns and trunks of their trees.
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Jardim Botânico
The Botanical Garden is an important touristic side of the city and so much visited by researchers who study the hundreds species that are there. With total area of 137 hectares, being 54 of acreage, the Botanical Garden houses rare collections of bromeliads and orchids, as well as old trees and exotic plants. The Park also is an excellent place to observe the birds, because there are more than hundred different species in the crowns and trunks of their trees.