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Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro vs Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Both are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro scores significantly better than Tijuca National Park. Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro ranks #5 in Rio de Janeiro with endorsements from 6 reviewers like Frommer's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
8 / 10
Praca Marechal Floriano S/N, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-050
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If you visit one place in Centro, make it the Municipal Theater, modeled after the Paris Opera House and opened in 1909." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Built in 1905 in the style of the Paris Opera, the magnificent Municipal Theater is the home of Rio's opera, orchestra and ballet." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Brazil's prime venue for the performing arts, the elegant Parisian-style Teatro Municipal stages everything." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Inspired by the Paris Opéra, the Theatro has golden statues on the roof, stained glass, mosaics, neoclassical columns, and elegant balconies. " Full review
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Places are limited so make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Theatro Municipal reminds you of Paris' Opera Garnier. The architects took inspiration from the French opera house." Full review
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Take the guided tour that acquaints you with the remarkable decor
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Parque Nacional da Tijuca
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
8 / 10
Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Once part of a Brazilian nobleman's estate, it's studded with exotic trees and thick jungle vines and has several waterfalls." Full review
Michelin Guide 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
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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 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 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