There are so many beautiful sites to see while visiting Rio de Janeiro. But how can you fit them all into one day? I will tell you the places you must see while on your trip. You will definitely want to make a stop at Tijuca National Park. Ticuja National Park has the largest stretch of urban jungle in the world. Located in Floresta da Tijuca this area features beautiful natural waterfalls and amazing views this is definitely a site you need to see.
Another stop you want to make is to Santa Teresa. This beautiful hilltop neighborhood is a small village and is home to some of the finest colonial buildings in Rio.
Make sure you also stop at Cidade do Samba. This space is dedicated to all things samba. It has carnival floats, costumes, samba dancers, live music, and amazing food. You can enjoy a little carnival magic.
Amazing Food in Rio de Janeiro
For a true taste of what Rio has to offer make sure to grab a bite at Confeitaria Colombo. This is a historic cafe-restaurant in downtown Rio. It is more than a restaurant but a tourist attraction all on its own. This is a great stop to take a break from all of your sightseeing.
Your last stop should be The Museu de Arte do Rio. If you want a true taste of Rio’s rich artistic history this is the place to see. There are so many beautiful sites to see. We hope our guide has helped you find the best places to visit on your one day trip.
A Unique Cruise Destination
Rio de Janeiro is a unique cruise destination, but you’re not going to get it on many cruises. It’s usually only available on world cruises and some luxury cruises. But if your destination does take you there, you’ve got to take it all in. Although I caution you, be careful. The food is the best I’ve had anywhere on the world. But it is not what I would call a safe city. I’m not going to go into all of the issues that we had there, but crime is rampant.
You will hear about the favelas and you can see them up on the hill. Most people will refer to them as slums. That’s a bit of a misnomer. They are unincorporated areas. And as a result, you don’t pay taxes if you live there. So a lot of them have become home to “enterprising businessmen” who produce a variety of substances for sale. They basically have their own economies, built around their community. Needless to say, it’s probably some where you don’t want to go as a part of your cruise port of call. Take your pictures from a distance.
