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Rio de Janeiro - Things to Do


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Things to Do: Outdoor (land) sports

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 110 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Popularized by the song "The Girl from Ipanema," this world-famous beach gives foreign visitors a sense of life in Rio, displaying a cross-section of different lifestyles, chic boutiques and eateries and luxurious apartment buildings.

Attraction type: Beach; Hiking trail; Bay
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 110 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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.

Attraction type: Beach; National park; Hiking trail; Natural history museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #68 of 110 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #76 of 110 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

This is the first hill up on the way to Rio's famous Sugar Loaf. It offers its own marvelous view from the top (215 meters) but its base is also a good place for hiking.

Attraction type: Lookout; Hiking trail; Landmark/point of interest
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