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]]>Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Rio Carnival is maybe the most famous Carnaval in the world. The celebration is famous for its samba parades, flamboyant costumes, and crazy energy lasting for days on end. The main event is at the Sambadrome, but you’ll find “blocos,” aka parties, all throughout the city during this festive time.
Venice, Italy
Venice Carnival is famous for its elaborate masks and masquerade balls. Every year, the historic city transforms into a living work of art. So if you plan a trip to Venice during Carnival, don’t forget to pack your most opulent mask.
New Orleans, USA
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a legendary event that brings the city to life with parades, music, and finger-licking good Creole and Cajun cuisine. The festivities begin at the beginning of Carnaval week and lead up to Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras in French). The floats are colorful and fun and the whole city seems to be in on the celebration.
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]]>Have a Breakfast at Empório Jardim
Empório Jardim is a bakery/restaurant that offers all-day breakfast. Even if you are late to start your day in Rio de Janeiro, you will be able to enjoy the most popular international breakfast food items as well as staples of Brazilian cuisine. This will provide you with enough energy to start your adventure.
Visit Christ the Redeemer
Christ the Redeemer statue is Rio de Janeiro’s most famous landmark and a must-see tourist attraction for anyone visiting the city. Aside from marveling at the statue up close, you will also get to enjoy some astonishing panoramic views.
Spend Some Time on Copacabana Beach
Even if you are not in the mood for swimming, you should still head to the famous Copacabana Beach. Get some sun tan or enjoy a cold beverage in one of many beach bars.
Head to Sugarloaf Mountain
For more amazing views of Rio de Janeiro, hop into a cable car and head to Sugarloaf Mountain. You’ll be rewarded with breathtaking sights of mountains, forests, ocean, and the city’s most recognizable landmarks.
Grab a Lunch in the Ipanema Neighborhood
Ipanema established itself as one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro. It is especially popular among those looking for a great gastronomical experience thanks to the abundance of restaurants and bars. It is a perfect place to get a lunch.
Relax at the Botanical Garden
Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden is a true oasis that offers a welcoming escape from all the city noise. You can use it to relax after an eventful day and use the time to let everything you’ve seen and experienced set in.
Party at Lapa Neighborhood
We assume that you want to finish your Rio de Janeiro adventure on a high note, which is why visiting the Lapa neighborhood marks the perfect end of your day. It is renowned for its street parties and top-notch nightclubs that you will want to experience no matter how tired you are.
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]]>In order to avoid having your Rio De Janeiro experience spoiled, check out some common tourist scams that you might encounter while there.
Help At the ATM
This scam features a scammer approaching tourists that are withdrawing their money from ATMs. They will offer to help, saying they know how you can avoid fees. However, their only purpose is to get your card details or pin so they can scam you out of your money.
Photo Scam
This one you might encounter at almost all tourist hotspots. At some point, you might be approached by someone who will ask you to take a photo of them. After you do that and try to return the camera or smartphone, they will drop it and blame you. Then, they’ll ask some ridiculous amount for the repair charges.
Shuffle Game
There are several variations of this game, but it usually comes down to the same. The scammer will have either three cards or three cups in front of him. He will ask bystanders to guess the right card or a cup with a ball beneath it after he shuffles them for a money prize. But to take part in the game, they need to pay a fee. This includes an accomplice in the audience who will make the correct guess and get the money. But others will fail since the scammer uses tricks that make it impossible to guess correctly.
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]]>Tijuca National Park
If you only have enough time to visit a single national park while in Rio, it doesn’t get much better than Tijuca. This urban national park offers everything from hiking trails to waterfalls, but it’s best known for being home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and a number of vistas offering breathtaking views of the surrounding attractions.
Guia Daniel (@daniel.botasnatrilha)Itatiaia National Park
Located on the border between the Brazilian states of Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais, Itatiaia was the first national park to open in Brazil. Its natural beauty knows no bounds, and it will win you over with its waterfalls, lush vistas, and diverse wildlife.
Serra dos Órgãos National Park
Named after the Serra dos Órgãos mountain range, this national park is heaven on earth for hiking lovers. It’s home to countless natural pools and waterfalls, but its main draw is its show-stopping mountain peaks, from God’s Finger (Dedo de Deus) to Devil’s Needle (Agulha do Diabo).
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]]>Breathtaking Architecture
You don’t even have to step inside Niterói to be wowed by it. Its architectural beauty is the main reason why it became such a major tourist attraction. It was designed by the famed architect Oscar Niemeyer and it became a true icon of Rio de Janeiro thanks to its show-stopping, spaceship-shaped building.
Amazing Art
The main reason to visit Niterói is pretty obvious—the art. After all, this is one of the leading contemporary art museums in this corner of the world, and its impressive collection includes 1,217 works of art collected by João Sattamini from the 1950s to the present day.
Beautiful Surroundings
Niterói is set on a cliffside overlooking a beach. Its beautiful surroundings are a part of its charm. This contemporary art museum offers some of the most breathtaking views in the entire city and the beautiful beach Praia da Boa Viagem is located a short walk away.
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]]>Copacabana Beach
Copacabana needs no special introductions since it’s the most popular beach that Rio has in store. You can find everything from lavish hotels and fancy restaurants to food kiosks and local stores lining its shores and your visit to Rio is incomplete if you don’t take a walk down this iconic promenade.
Ipanema Beach
Another iconic beach that Rio wouldn’t be the same without, Ipanema borrows its name from a lively neighborhood where it’s located. In addition to being known for your regular beach activities, such as sunbathing and water sports, Ipanema will win you over with its breathtaking scenery, with two mountains rising at the western end of the beach.
Arpoador Beach
Speaking of beaches with amazing scenery, it doesn’t get much better than Arpoador. Located in a small peninsula between Ipanema and Copacabana, this beach is one of Rio’s most popular areas for sunset viewing, in addition to being one of the city’s top surfing spots.
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]]>Pastel
These deep-fried pastries are the staple of Rio de Janeiro’s street food. They are delicious, comforting, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Pastels can be filled with all sorts of things, ranging from cheese and dried meat to chocolate and fruit.
Tapioca Crepes
Tapioca crepes can be found on almost every corner in all major cities in Brazil and Rio de Janeiro is not an exception. They are made using tapioca and they can be filled with either sweet or savory ingredients.
Queijo Coalho
Queijo Coalho is very popular on Rio beaches. It’s a rather simple snack, consisting of a piece of warmed cheese on a stick, but it’s delicious. You can top it with oregano or garlic sauce.
Pipoca
Pipoca is actually a Brazilian expression for popcorn. But in Rio de Janeiro, they come in all sorts of variations. You can get the sweet version with caramel, the salty version with bacon bits, or even have some chili thrown into the mix.
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]]>Corcovado
Whether you know it or not, chances are you’re going to visit Corcovado while in Rio de Janeiro. This 710-meter granite peak is located in the heart of Tijuca Forest and it’s home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the timeless symbols of modern Brazil.
Sugarloaf Mountain
Another beautiful mountain that you shouldn’t miss for the world while exploring Rio, Sugarloaf rises 396 meters above the water and it’s located at the mouth of Guanabara Bay. It’s best known for its cableway, which offers some of the most breathtaking views of Rio and its surroundings.
Pedra da Gávea
Located in Tijuca Forest, just like Corcovado, Pedra da Gávea will win you over with its interesting shape and coastal location. This 844 meter-high mountain is located on the ocean shores and one of its rocks is shaped like a human face, believed to be a result of erosion.
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]]>Immersive Expeditions
If you have a soft spot for science museums that offer an immersive experience, this museum will knock you off your feet. It’s divided into five exhibition spaces—Cosmos, Earth, Anthropocene, Tomorrow, and Us—and each one offers a wide range of experiments and experiences that you can explore.
Futuristic Architecture
The Museum of Tomorrow will wow you before you even step inside because it’s housed in one of Brazil’s most impressive modern buildings. It was designed by the neo-futuristic architect Santiago Calatrava and it went on to become one of the symbols of modern Rio since opening its doors in 2015.
Picturesque Surroundings
The Museum of Tomorrow is located next to the waterfront at Pier Maua, and its beautiful surroundings are a part of its charm. The building itself was meant to explore the relationship between Rio and its natural environment through its innovative design.
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]]>Dona Marta Lookout
Rio de Janeiro is amazing when explored from the ground, but its true beauty can only be discovered when you look at the city from above. And the best place to do so is Dona Marta Lookout, located in the Tijuca national park.
This observation deck offers a stunning panoramic view of the city, allowing you to have an undisturbed look at the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, some of the most famous Rio beaches, and vibrant downtown Rio de Janeiro.
Grumari Beach
Copacabana and Ipanema are Rio de Janeiro’s most popular beaches but are not the only ones. If you are looking to enjoy a pleasant day by the ocean, then head to secretive Grumari Beach.
Grumari beach is popular with the locals and isn’t crowded as it takes a bit more effort to reach it. However, once you get there, you’ll know that the hassle was worth it. On most days it will be quiet, allowing you to fully appreciate its natural beauty, calm waters, and sandy shores.
Parque Lage
Located in the Jardim Botanico neighborhood, Parque Lage is a place with a unique story. It was once the residence of rich industrialist Henrique Lage and his wife, Italian opera singer Gabriella Besanzoni before being listed as a historical and cultural heritage site and turned into a public park.
The centerpiece of Parque Lage is Lage and Besanzoni’s stunning mansion built in the Roman style that houses a café and is open to the public. The mansion is surrounded by beautiful gardens and breathtaking nature and wildlife that can be further explored thanks to several hiking trails.
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