Top Things To Do in Rio De Janeiro

The park is part of the Atlantic Forest Biosphere Preserve. More than 230 species of animals and birds live in the park, including capuchin monkeys, coatis, agoutis, wild dogs, marmosets, hummingbirds and thrushes.

The cathedral was designed by Edgar de Oliveira da Fonseca in a modern style based on Mayan architectural style of pyramids. The current cathedral was built between 1964 and 1979 and replaced as seat of the Archdiocese. The cathedral is home to the cathedra of the Archbishops of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The church is dedicated to Saint Sebastian, the patron saint of Rio de Janeiro.

This fort is a military base. The base is open to the public and contains the Army Historical Museum and a coastal defense fort. Fort is open to public with ticket and there are good places to have breakfast.

Copacabana is a neighbourhood located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is most prominently known for its 4 km (2.5 miles) balneario beach, which is one of the most famous in the world. The fireworks display in Rio de Janeiro to celebrate New Year's Eve is one of the largest in the world, lasting 15 to 20 minutes. It is estimated that 2 million people go to Copacabana Beach to see the spectacle. The festival also includes a concert that extends throughout the night. The celebration has become one of the biggest tourist attractions of Rio de Janeiro, attracting visitors from all over Brazil as well as from different parts of the world, and the city hotels generally stay fully booked. The celebration is broadcast live on major Brazilian radio and television networks, including TV Globo.

Visiting the favela is possible via tours. Favela is safe but it is better to visit with a local guide. Vidigal overlooks Ipanema Beach and Ilhas Cagarras. It has beatiful Ipanema Beach view points.

Escadaria Selarón, locally known as the 'Lapa Steps' for being situated at the "Lapa" neighborhood, is a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro. They are the work of Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón who claimed it as "my tribute to the Brazilian people".

Sugarloaf Mountain is named for its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined loaf sugar. It is known worldwide for its cableway and panoramic views of the city and beyond.

Parque Henrique Lage is a public park, located in the Jardim Botânico neighborhood at the foot of the Corcovado, on top of which Christ the Redeemer is located. This is a popular spot for profile photos.

The Vidigal favela is located at the base of Morro Dois Irmãos, Two Brothers Hill, which inspired a song by Chico Buarque. Morro Dois Irmãos is also the location of a very frequented and sought-after Two Brothers trail. To complete this hike, one would travel to Vidigal. At the base, near Praça do Vidigal, visitors may choose to ride to the Vila Olímpica soccer field by Kombi van or on the moto-taxis. There are two viewpoints in this hike before reaching the final destination of the peak. The first allows hikers to see Rocinha, which is the largest favela in Latin America, as well as Pedra da Gávea. From the second, hikers can see Serra da Carioca, Gávea, Corcovado where Christ the Redeemer is, and Pedra Bonita. The highest peak of the Morro Dois Irmãos offers a view of all of South Zone ranging from Botafogo to Leblon, including a view of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. This location is inside the Vidigal Favela, it is recommended visit with a local guide.

The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading is a library and lusophone cultural institution. It is listed by the State Institute of Cultural Heritage. Elected the fourth most beautiful library in the world by Time magazine, the Cabinet has the largest collection of Portuguese literature outside Portugal. The institution was founded in 1837 by a group of forty-three Portuguese immigrants, political refugees, to promote culture among the Portuguese community in the then capital of the Empire of Brazil. The façade, inspired by the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon, was worked by Germano José Salle in lisbon stone in Lisbon and brought by ship to Rio. The four statues that adorn it portray respectively Pedro Álvares Cabral, Luís de Camões, Infante D. Henrique and Vasco da Gama. The medallions of the facade portray, respectively, the writers Fernão Lopes, Gil Vicente, Alexandre Herculano and Almeida Garrett.

Ipanema Beach is a famous stretch of sand located in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, known for its beautiful scenery, vibrant atmosphere, and upscale vibe. It's a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a mix of swimming, sunbathing, and watersports.

This steakhouse is recommended by locals and it is also my favorite steakhouse in Rio de Janeiro.

Christ the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus, created by French-Polish sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with French engineer Albert Caquot. Romanian sculptor Gheorghe Leonida sculpted the face. Constructed between 1922 and 1931, the statue is 30 metres high, excluding its 8-metre pedestal. The arms stretch 28 metres wide. It is made of reinforced concrete and soapstone. Christ the Redeemer differs considerably from its original design, as the initial plan was a large Christ with a globe in one hand and a cross in the other. Although the project organizers originally accepted the design, it later changed to the statue of today, with the arms spread out wide.