5 Best Day Trips inform Rio, Brazil

One of the great features of Rio is the great transport links, meaning that you can easily visit the surrounding areas. Below are some of the best day trips you can take from Rio.

Buzios

If you enjoy beaches and enjoy a change of scene from those in Rio di Janeiro itself, the town of Buzios a short drive from the city provides an absolute wealth of beeches to choose from. There are around 24 beeches to choose from in this area which is considered to be one of the more fashionable in the Rio area. Although the area is a Rainforest day trip playground for the rich, there is also a quaint and characteristic town to explore which contains some glorious architecture.

Sepetiba Bay

The waters off the coast of Rio di Janeiro are filled with an abundance of wildlife which is perfect for exploring, providing a great day trip away from the city. You can take a boat trip along the coast and enjoy the view from the deck or take the opportunity to dive into the water and really get in amongst the residents of the water.

Angra Dos Rei

The islands of the Angra Dos Rei provide a perfect retreat from the city and enable you to enjoy some of the best landscape and scenery in the area. The main town is situated in amongst the islands and has plenty of interesting characteristics to explore, including colonial buildings.

Rio rainforest

The rainforests of Brazil are amongst the most famous in the world and enable you to marvel at the size of the trees, the diversity of the wildlife and the general wonder which Mother Nature does better than anyone man made creation.

Petropolis

Visit this city an hours journey from Rio and explore the history and architecture. The museums alone will keep you occupied for hours.

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