Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro lives up to the title of "Marvelous City", one of the most fascinating cities in the world with emblematic hotels in Rio de Janeiro.
From the vast sandy beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema to the Christ the Redeemer and "Pão de Açucar", you will be dazzled by the fantastic scenery and unique experiences of this city: water sports , coconut water or samba in Lapa.
Take the chance to experience New Year's Eve or the Carnival in Brazil at Pestana Rio Atlântica, one of the 5-star hotels in Rio de Janeiro.
Monuments and Points of Interest
By plane:
Two airports provide access to Rio. The International Airport of Rio de Janeiro Antonio Carlos Jobim (Galeao), 20 km from the centre, receives flights from major cities in Brazil and the world. The Santos Dumont Airport, located near the centre, works only for domestic flights.
By bus:
There are many routes from ‘Rodoviaria Rio Station’ (bus terminal).
Tastes of Rio de Janeiro
Rio offers something for all tastes, it is an excellent way to get to know the habits of the locals. Some of the best restaurants are in Ipanema, Leblon, Copacabana and Leme, as well as bars and cafes. The Brazilian cuisine is known for its quality and variety.
How to Arrive
Two invaluable sites of this city is the Christ the Redeemer Monument and Sugarloaf Mountain, both with breath-taking views, they are true icons of Rio de Janeiro. Being the Culture Capital of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro has 50 museums that reflect the history of 500 years of Brazil. Not forgetting this region’s nature, there are real natural sanctuaries such as the Botanical Gardens and The Tijuca Forest. For the more athletic, the City offers many activities from water sports such as windsurfing, surfing, diving, beach volleyball, horseback riding, tennis all the way through to air sports such as paragliding and hang gliding.