Rio Tourist Guide

Dois Irmãos Hill is located between Vidigal, Leblon and São Conrado in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro. There is a trail that leads to the top of the hill. It starts in the Favela do Vidigal. In the 1980s, Dois Irmãos Hill underwent a reforestation process that brought back an immense area of forest.

 Pedro Ernesto Palace is the seat of the Rio de Janeiro City Council. It is located in the famous Cinelândia square, in the Historic Center of Rio de Janeiro. The building was built at the beginning of the 20th century.  The staircase of the palace is a famous point of political demonstrations.

 Lapa is a famous neighborhood in Rio located in the central region of the city. It is home to famous tourist spots such as Arcos da Lapa, an old aqueduct that currently serves as a viaduct for the tram that connects the Santa Teresa neighborhood to the city center. In the neighborhood is also the Escadaria Selarón, a staircase that had its steps covered with tiles, work of the late artist Jorge Selarón. Still in the neighborhood are two cultural spaces that are also among the main venues in the city. Circo Voador and Fundição Progresso. Lapa is famous for concentrating a large number of bars and restaurants making it one of the most sought after spots for nighttime leisure.

 Barra da Tijuca Beach is located in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro. With approximately 14 km it is the longest beach in the city. It has rough seas with strong currents and an edge that concentrates mostly residential condominiums.