Parque Nacional da Tijuca
4 expert reviews
“Once part of a Brazilian nobleman's estate, it's studded with exotic trees and thick jungle vines and has several waterfalls.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Rocky peaks and waterfalls await you at the Parque Nacional da Tijuca, the world's largest urban forest (32km2), located in the heart of Rio."
Full review
i
Rocky peaks, waterfalls, wild animals and tropical species await you at the Parque Nacional da Tijuca, the world's largest urban forest (32km2), located in the heart of Rio. Make sure you see the Pico da Tijuca (1 012m), Capela Mayrink, Vista Chinesa and Açude da Solidão.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Tijuca is all that's left of the Atlantic rainforest that once surrounded Rio de Janeiro."
Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Widely known as the best place in Rio to explore nature, this lush Atlantic rain forest has spectacular views, unusual trees, beautiful waterfalls (around 30 of them), and Capuchin monkeys."
Full review
/-43.412907,-23.120314,14/400x224@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
