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Duque de Caxias must see attractions

1. Copacabana Beach

Gleaming hotels and forested hills line the perfectly curved 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) stretch of Copacabana Beach, one of the most famous beaches in the world. Abutting one of Brazil’s highest density residential areas, this beach is nearly always filled to capacity, but that’s part of its charm. Swim in the cool waters of the Atlantic amongst thousands of other visitors, join in a game of soccer on the sand or just sit back on a beach chair and order snacks from a beach vendor and watch the passing parade.
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Copacabana Beach which includes a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views

2. Christ the Redeemer

Corcovado, which means “hunchback” in Portuguese, is a mountain in the Tijuca National Park in central Rio. The mountain offers three attractions in the one place. Although the Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) statue may be the highlight, you can also see the world’s largest urban forest that is Tijuca National Park, and experience a scenic journey on the historic Corcovado Train, the country’s oldest tourist attraction.
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Corcovado showing religious aspects, a sunset and a statue or sculpture

3. Ipanema Beach

Located in one of the wealthiest areas in Rio de Janeiro, Ipanema Beach is between Leblon and Arpoador, adjacent to the famed Copacabana Beach. Although the word Ipanema literally translates to “stinky lake” in the Tupi language, this description doesn’t fit what you’ll find along this stretch of white-sand beach where the rich and chic come to worship the sun. Beyond the western limit of the beach, there is a beautiful view of the two mountains, Dois Irmãos.
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Ipanema Beach which includes a beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

4. Maracanã Stadium

No arena is more central to the history of Brazilian soccer than Maracanã Stadium. The location of the final matches in both of Brazil’s FIFA World Cups, this stadium has hosted all the great names in Brazilian soccer. Watch one of Rio de Janeiro’s “Big Four” teams play a game, or take a guided tour of this iconic stadium and you’ll soon understand just how large soccer looms in the Brazilian psyche.
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Maracana Stadium showing interior views and modern architecture

5. Sugar Loaf Mountain

Located on the coast of the southeastern corner of Rio de Janeiro, Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) resides within forests, water and hills at the edge of Guanabara Bay. Rock climbers conquer the mountain using appropriate gear, but most visitors take the glass-sided cable car to the top. Originally built in 1912, the cable car transports 65 visitors per trip and offers panoramic views the entire way.
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Sugar Loaf Mountain featuring a sunset and mountains

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Copacabana Beach

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More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.

Copacabana Beach
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Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(547 reviews)

This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.

Christ the Redeemer
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Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(361 reviews)

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Ipanema Beach
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Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
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Maracanã Stadium

4/5(222 reviews)

To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.

Maracanã Stadium
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Sugar Loaf Mountain

4.5/5(492 reviews)

Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.

Sugar Loaf Mountain
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Flamengo Beach

4/5(51 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.

Flamengo Beach
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Avenida Atlantica

4.5/5(241 reviews)

Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

Avenida Atlantica
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Museum of Tomorrow

4.5/5(115 reviews)

Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.

Museum of Tomorrow

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Xerem

If you're spending some time in Xerem, Outlet Premium Rio de Janeiro and Vale das Videiras are top sights worth seeing.

Xerem
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Vila Santa Alice

While visiting Vila Santa Alice, you might make a stop by sights like Tinguá Biological Reserve and Vale do Paraíba.

Vila Santa Alice
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Parque Equitativa

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Outlet Premium Rio de Janeiro while you're exploring Parque Equitativa and the larger area.

Parque Equitativa
'Savor the air and - the earth, the greens and mountains; Savor them endless... /ftsd I have yet to do more giving to Mother earth, but I love 'em trees! I was ecstatic making the trip to Rio. And of course, I didn't mind this very early Corcovado train ride leading to Cristo Redentor. The train journey alone was a treat being immersed in the Tijuca forest and granite rocks in the surrounding mountains. Corcovado (referring to hunchback shape) is actually the mountain's second name

Parque Duque

While Parque Duque might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Igreja da Penha and Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Penha.

Parque Duque
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Gramacho

If you're spending some time in Gramacho, Outlet Premium Rio de Janeiro and Praia da Bica are top sights worth seeing.

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Parque Beira Mar

While there might not be top attractions in Parque Beira Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Igreja da Penha and Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Penha.

Parque Beira Mar

Popular day trips from Duque de Caxias

Rio de Janeiro which includes general coastal views, a sunset and mountains

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