Choose from 189 Fun Things to Do in Brazil
Dique do Tororó (Tororo Dam)
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Paco Imperial
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Prainha Beach
- Prainha Beach is a must-see for nature lovers, surfers, and travelers wishing to escape the bustle of downtown Rio.
- On the beach, kiosks serve sandwiches, juices, and acai bowls.
- The neighboring Abrico Beach is Rio de Janeiro's only nudist beach.
Lacerda Elevator
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Palace of Justice (Palácio de Justiça)
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Grumari Beach
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Estrada das Paineiras
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Pacaembu Stadium
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Caixa d'Aco
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Cantareira State Park (Parque Estadual da Cantareira)
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Presidente Figueiredo
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Avenida Paulista
Anchored on one end by busy Shopping Paulista mall and on the other by multi-use architectural standout Conjunto Nacional—vaguely reminiscent of the famed congress building in Brasília—, Avenida Paulista serves as the address for many of the city’s most important cultural institutions, including the São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP), lush Parque Trianon and the Casa das Rosas arts center (located in one of the last mansions remaining on the street).
Though several hundred thousand denizens file into Avenida Paulista’s office buildings every weekday, the street remains lively come nightfall, when restaurants and nightclubs along cross-streets in the adjacent neighborhoods of Jardins and Bela Vista fill with diners and party-goers. Anything goes on buzzing Rua Augusta, one of the city’s liveliest nighttime haunts, and even more goes on Rua Frei Caneca, epicenter of São Paulo’s gay and lesbian scene. Sunday afternoons, craft fairs and flea markets spring up at the foot of the MASP as families stroll along the strip, and throughout the year, big events such as the world’s largest gay pride parade (May/June), the renowned São Silvestre road race (December 31st), and New Year’s Eve celebrations bring a few million people into the area.
Encontro das Aguas
The Black River, or Rio Negro, gets its name from the color of the water. The Solimões River in Manaus is a sandy brownish color. This means you can see exactly where the two rivers come together. Not only that, each river on its own is a different temperature and run at a different speed, so when they come together the water doesn't just mix to create a muddy soup - instead, the rivers essentially run alongside one another.
The river "borders" are constantly moving and changing as the water flows, but a clear delineation between the two rivers is visible well beyond where they actually meet. In fact, you would need to travel for nearly four miles downstream before you saw the Solimões River and Black River finally starting to blend. When the two rivers do actually come together, they form the Amazon River.
Praia do Forte
Praia do Forte is an area of spectacular biodiversity less than two hours by bus from Salvador.
Like many beach towns in Brazil, Praia do Forte was once a small fishing village that became known for its beautiful stretches of coastline, diverse ecosystems, and wildlife.
Now a bustling eco-resort, Praia do Forte’s stunning beach and surrounding ocean and jungle is the main drawcard for visitors who come to relax and take advantage of the many adventure activities and whale & turtle watching.
Praia do Forte's high reef is well exposed at low tide, leaving warm pools of colorful fish and natural baths to loll about in. The area’s wide variety of marine life makes it an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving.
Over seven different species of sea turtle live in the surrounding waters. It's worth visiting the TAMAR project to see them in their natural environment and learn more about the project’s conservation work.
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Praia do Forte is 1.5 - 2 hrs on a bus from Salvador. You can get the bus from calçada (near the bottom of the Lacerda lift) or from the rodoviária bus station).
Monastery of Sao Bento
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Praia Vermelha
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Oscar Niemeyer Museum
- The Oscar Niemeyer Museum is a must for modern art and architecture lovers.
- Free Wi-Fi is available for visitors throughout the museum and the cafe.
- Food and liquids are not allowed inside the museum.
- The museum and its restrooms are fully accessible to wheelchair users.