5 FREE TOURS IN RIO DE JANEIRO

 Rio de Janeiro is a city with infinite possibilities for tours. Here we separate five free tours to do in the city.

1. Urca

Urca is a picturesque neighborhood in the South Zone of the city located near the Copacabana neighborhood. Although most visitors go straight to the famous Sugar Loaf cable car, the neighborhood has pleasant places such as the edge marked by a wall from where it is possible to admire the landscape and watch the beautiful sunset.


2. Tijuca Forest

Tijuca Forest is the main sector of Tijica National Park. It offers places for picnics, natural pools, waterfalls and beautiful viewpoints. It is located in the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood.

The park is well signposted and the trails well structured. Pay attention to the rules exposed on the information boards.


3. Paço Imperial

Paço Imperial is a cultural center located in Praça XV, one of the main squares in the historic center of Rio de Janeiro. It has free admission and fixed and traveling exhibitions.

The building built in the 18th century was the first residence of the Portuguese royal family when they fled to Brazil. The place was the scene of historical moments such as the signing of the Lei Áurea that ended slavery in Brazil.


4. Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon is in the heart of the South Zone, close to neighborhoods such as Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana.

With 7 kilometers of waterfront, it has leisure spaces, restaurants, picnic areas, decks overlooking the landscape and sports spaces.

This is a good option for a walk after lunch and enjoy a mild climate walking through one of the most beautiful places in the city.


5. Parque Lage

Parque Lage is a public park located in the Jardim Botânico neighborhood, in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro.

The park has an old building that houses an arts school. It draws attention for having a swimming pool overlooking the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Even the location was the scene of the video by Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams.

Parque Lage also has beautiful gardens, lakes, artificial caves and a picnic area.



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