Family-Friendly Attractions In Rio De Janeiro

Christ the Redeemer

Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.

Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil

Museu do Amanhã

Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

Praça Mauá, 1 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-240, Brazil

Escadaria Selarón

Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.

R. Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20241-120, Brazil

AquaRio

Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.

Praça Muhammad Ali - Via Binário do Porto, s/n - Gamboa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-360, Brazil

Parque Lage

Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

R. Jardim Botânico, 414 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22461-000, Brazil

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.

R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22460-030, Brazil

BioPark of Rio

Family-friendly zoo with native & exotic birds & animals like tigers, lions, bears & alligators.

Parque da Quinta da Boa Vista S/N - São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20940-040, Brazil

Quinta da Boa Vista

Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces. · Dogs allowed

Parque Quinta da Boa Vista - São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20940-040, Brazil

Paineiras Corcovado (Cristo Redentor)

Lookout spot near the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue featuring cafes, shops & picturesque views.

Estr. das Paineiras, S/N - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22241-330, Brazil

Pedra do Arpoador

Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.

Av. Francisco Bhering, s/n - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22080-050, Brazil

Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro

Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

Praça Floriano, S/N - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031-050, Brazil

Tijuca National Park

Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.

Estr. da Cascatinha, 850 - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20531-590, Brazil

Estátua de Carlos Drummond de Andrade

The bronze, waterfront sculpture of Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade is an iconic photo op.

Av. Atlântica, S/N - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-002, Brazil

Mirante do Leblon

Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.

Av. Niemeyer - Vidigal, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22450-220, Brazil

Praça General Osório

· Dogs allowed

R. Prudente de Morais, 123 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22420-041, Brazil

Parque das Ruínas

Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.

R. Murtinho Nobre, 169 - Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20241-050, Brazil

Leblon Beach

Well-known sandy stretch of beach with kiosks renting lounge chairs & selling food & drinks.

Av. Delfim Moreira, 710 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22441-000, Brazil

Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba

Walking paths wind through this vast, tree- & plant-filled park featuring sculptures & scenic views.

Av. Epitácio Pessoa, 3000 - Lagoa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22471-003, Brazil

Mirante Dona Marta

Cliffside lookout point offering expansive, panoramic views of Rio & the Christ the Redeemer statue.

Estr. Mirante Dona Marta, S/N - Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil

Parque Eduardo Guinle

Peaceful wooded park including a duck pond, playground, & walking trails, also popular for picnics. · Dogs allowed

R. Paulo César de Andrade, s/n - Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22221-090, Brazil

Espaço Cultural da Marinha

History of navigation at a museum with boat trips, a submarine & a discovery ship replica.

Av. Alfred Agache, S/N - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-000, Brazil

Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar

Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22290-255, Brazil

Pier Barra da Tijuca

Av. do Pepê, 162 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22620-160, Brazil

Garota de Ipanema

· Dogs allowed

Av. Francisco Bhering, 2-224 - Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22080-050, Brazil

Passeio Público

This landscaped park dates to the 18th century & features sculptures & tree-shaded paths. · Dogs allowed

R. do Passeio - Lapa, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-280, Brazil

Carnaval Experience

Entrada Principal da - Avenida Binário do Porto, Cidade do Samba - Santo Cristo, RJ, 22132-503, Brazil

Largo do Boticário

Cobblestone plaza with the dilapidated remains of historic houses, overgrown with greenery.

Beco do Boticário, 26 - Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22241-120, Brazil

Parque Natural Municipal da Cidade

Area of Atlantic Forest, with streams & trails, as well as playground, sculptures & the City Museum.

Est. Santa Marinha, 505 - Gávea, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22451-240, Brazil

Pier Mauá

Cruise ships dock at the this big, busy port with a museum & other attractions, plus various events.

Av. Rodrigues Alves, 10 - Praça Mauá, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20081-250, Brazil

Emperor's Table

Popular with hikers & bikers, this historic stone overlook offers scenic views of Rio de Janeiro.

Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Parque Estadual da Chacrinha

Forested park featuring wildlife & historical ruins, plus trails to the top of Morro de São João.

R. Guimarães Natal, S/N - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22011-090, Brazil

Pira Olímpica

R. Primeiro de Março, 76-86 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20090-070, Brazil

Visitor Center - Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

Botanical garden visitor center offering maps & brochures, a gift shop & restrooms.

R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20470-050, Brazil

Jardins do Museu da República

Praia do Flamengo, S/N - Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22210-030, Brazil

Duque de Caxias Fort

Restored hilltop fort providing a Caxias memorial, history exhibits, a film room & scenic vistas.

Praça Alm. Júlio de Noronha, s/n - Leme, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22010-020, Brazil

Mirante das Canoas

Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Estrada da Canoa, 2753 - São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22610-210, Brazil

Urubu Lookout

Hilltop vantage point accessible via a gentle trail, with lagoon, skyline & ocean views.

parque da catacumba, Brazil

Estação Cosme Velho

R. Cosme Velho, 513 - Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22241-091, Brazil

Museu Histórico da Cidade

Est. Santa Marinha, s/nº - Gávea, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22451-240, Brazil

Museu Sacro Franciscano

Colonial-era church with extensive & ornate 18th-century gilded carvings throughout the interior.

Rua da Carioca, 5 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20050-020, Brazil

Natural Monument Archipelago Cagarras Islands

Island nature reserve with rich Atlantic forest, dolphins & protected seabird nesting areas.

Av. Vieira Souto, 440 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil

Naval Museum

Rua Dom Manuel 15, Praça XV - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-090, Brazil

Monumento à Princesa Isabel, a Redentora

Statue honoring a monarch who abolished slavery in Brazil, popular for photographs at sunset.

Av. Princesa Isabel, 190 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22011-010, Brazil

RIOCOPTER Passeio de helicóptero RJ

Golf Olímpico, Av. Gen. Moisés Castelo Branco Filho, 700 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22793-365, Brazil

Posto 3 Copacabana

Av. Atlântica, 2112 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22021-001, Brazil

Summit Cannons

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro

R. do Catete, 179 - Catete, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22220-000, Brazil

Palácio das Laranjeiras

R. Paulo César de Andrade, 407 - Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22221-090, Brazil

Praia de Ipanema

Av. Vieira Souto - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22411, Brazil

Favela Museum

R. Alberto de Campos, 12 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22071-060, Brazil