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- Christ the Redeemer. Perched atop the 710 meter (2,330 feet) high peak of Corcovado Peak, the statue of “Cristo Redentor” stands with arms outstretched, gazing serenely out over the city.
- Copacabana. Separated from Ipanema to the west by surfer-favored Arpoador beach, Copacabana has a more active vibe than its equally famous neighbor. Rio locals, called “cariocas,” always seem to have a game of soccer or volleyball in play, and vendors vociferously hawk their drinks and snacks from the kiosks that line the beach.
- Ipanema. The beach made famous in the bossa nova song “The Girl from Ipanema” in the 1960s remains one of Rio’s most popular tourist spots today. A long, arcing expanse of soft white sand and rolling waves, Ipanema routinely reaches the top of the “Best Beaches in the World” lists year after year.
- Sugarloaf Mountain. Rising 400 meters (1,300 feet) above the mouth of Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf mountain is a monolith of quartz and granite that visitors can crest via a glass-walled cable car known as a “bondinho” or “teleférico.”
- Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) Towering over the city with its welcoming arms, the Christ the Redeemer statue is the iconic symbol of Rio de Janeiro and it's something you must visit while you're here.
- Sugarloaf. It's hard to imagine a more perfectly placed mountain than Sugarloaf. Just slightly offshore from mainland Rio de Janeiro, this towering monolith provides sweeping views of the city and across to Christ the Redeemer.
- Copacabana. This 2.5-mile stretch of golden sand is synonymous with Rio de Janeiro. Packed with people on warm summer weekends and throughout the Christmas holidays, it's a lively and fun scene and the beach where people from all walks of life come for sun, surf, and fun.
- Ipanema. Continuing on westward from Copacabana's four-kilometer strand, the beaches of Ipanema and Leblon are separated by the Jardim de Alá Canal, which drains the lagoon, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas.
- 3.1 miles to city center. Address: Tijuca Forest National Park. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. This iconic landmark is a must-see attraction in Rio.
- 5.4 miles to city center. Address: Estrada da Cascatinha. Parks and Gardens. TYPE. Half Day to Full Day. TIME TO SPEND.
- 4.3 miles to city center. Address: Rua Jardim Botânico. Parks and Gardens. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND.
- Tours, Sightseeing. TYPE. Half Day to Full Day. TIME TO SPEND. With its iconic coastline and mountainous backdrop, Rio de Janeiro is best explored from the water.
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Feb 16, 2016 · THE 10 BEST Rio de Janeiro Points of Interest & Landmarks. We perform checks on reviews. 1. Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer. Amazing views. 2. Morro da Urca. It has a wonderful infrastructure up there. It is possible to go by cable car or on a beautiful trail where children...
