Rio de Janeiro City

Welcome to the laid-back city of democratic streets.

Rio means love, nature, humor, joy and a relaxed philosophy.

Rio is an amazing city! Few of the world’s urban landscapes combine the sheer blue of the sky and sea with the green lushness of nature sublimely.

You get a different perspective at every turn.

From the peak of Corcovado the view opens out onto the Atlantic, as your eyes linger over the inlets, beaches and islands in Guanabara Bay, the hills covered by the Atlantic Forest.

Seeing Rio from the outside in is the great attraction of taking the funicular up the Sugar Loaf Mountain. The Rodrigo de Freitas Lake, sandwiched between Ipanema, Leblon and the hills, makes for unforgettable circuit for lovers of natural beauty.

For something completely different, go on a journey through time on the historic centre of the city. Catch an old cable car which passes over the Arcos da Lapa climbs creaking and groaning to the bucolic hills of the artists favourite quarter, Santa Teresa.

Can you feel the energy of this city?
Happiness knows no price, but it does have an address: Rio de Janeiro.

Related links:
- Brazil Tourism - Southeast Region
- Sun Coast - North of Rio de Janeiro