PLACES TO TRAVEL IN RIO DE JANEIRO

In this article we will tell you the best places in Rio de Janeiro to travel and the map of each location. These are destinations that are two to three hours by car, van or bus from the state capital, the city of Rio de Janeiro. Are they:

Angra dos Reis (Ilha Grande)
Cable camp
Buzios
Petropolis

The state of Rio de Janeiro, which bears the same name as the capital, is full of unbelievably wonderful destinations! This region, for various reasons, such as the lack of investment in government advertising, has not had the credit it deserves. Both the coast and the mountains of Rio are perfect for you and your family and friends to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. Here we have beaches with waters as crystal clear as the Caribbean, paradise islands, super charming seaside resorts, a mountain full of culture and culinary delights and much more!

PLACES TO TRAVEL IN RIO DE JANEIRO – ANGRA DOS REIS (ILHA GRANDE)

Angra dos Reis is definitely one of the natural wonders of the world. The Cove Archipelago has 365 islands, each with different characteristics. On the archipelago, which includes Ilha Grande, you will find a multitude of beaches, each with a style. Everyone discovers their heart beach over there.

Our favorite place in Angra is the famous BLUE POND. There you will be able to swim in absolutely transparent waters and even play with the little fish, which are already used to humans:]

More information about the blue lagoon here.

Some of the islands in the region are really of a Caribbean level… oops, more than that, BETTER than the Caribbean. Islands like Cataguases mix aspects of the Brazilian coast with the Caribbean. They are crystal clear waters, ideal for diving, and at the same time a very characteristic tropical climate. It is amazing for those seeking 100% relaxation. Think about this mix. It is simply the best of all worlds!

If you want to take the best speedboat tour in the region, with guides that will take you to the most beautiful islands and beaches (and have deep knowledge of the area, choosing the best route for the time of day), click here and check it out. the S2RIO Super Island tour. Find out the difference between taking the speedboat and schooner ride here. It is surely one of the best places in Rio de Janeiro to travel.

Best Places to Travel Rio de Janeiro – Arraial do Cabo

Arraial do Cabo does not have the number of islands that Angra has, but there you will find a combination of absolutely blue waters and very white sand. If you want a van and boat ride on the beaches of Arraial, S2RIO offers more information here. The water is very clear there, the combination of sand and water is fantastic. Who takes a boat trip there no regrets. Arraial is certainly one of the best places to travel in Rio de Janeiro. To know 5 unmissable beaches in Arraial, click here.

RIO DE JANEIRO PLACES TO TRAVEL – Buzios

Imagine a super charming and bucolic beach resort with sophisticated shops and restaurants and bars where you will be able to live unforgettable romantic moments or incredible family get-togethers. This beach resort is for sure Buzios. In addition to being super safe, Rua das Pedras, as it is called, has this charm that delights everyone who visits it. Every carioca and tourist who comes to the city has a love story with the famous street.

It is truly a FANTASTIC place! The serene sea, the little boats moving slightly in the balance of the tide and the wind and the unbeatable design of its beaches, make Buzios a special place. It’s probably one of the best places to be, not only in Rio de Janeiro, but in Brazil!

In addition to Rua das Pedras, in Buzios you will find the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. All with unusual contours, because it is a differentiated peninsula, with beautiful cutouts along its coast. Don’t miss the statue of Brigitte Bardot, a former French actress who loved the resort. Buzios is a former fishing colony and has historically this quiet climate. Buzios mix charm and peace. For more information on what to do in Buzios, click here.

More information about the tour to Buzios that S2RIO offers here.

PETRÓPOLIS – PLACES TO TRAVEL RJ

Now deviating from the coast, we climbed the mountain, an hour and a half from the city of Rio we find the city of Petrópolis, the Imperial city! Petrópolis was chosen by the Portuguese royal family, when we still had a monarchy in the country, because the summers in the capital were very hot. Petrópolis was colonized by European immigrants, mainly German, under the guidance of Dom João VI. It is for sure one of the best places in rj to travel.

It is a city where architecture takes us to other times, whether in the city’s houses and residential buildings, or in its cathedral and palaces. There we have two unmissable palaces,

unmissable, one is the famous Quitandinha, a building built to be the largest casino in South America. The palace was indeed what it was intended to be, but for a short time from 44 to 46, in 46 games were banned in the Brazil, ending its activities as a casino. But the palace is still there, in all its sumptuousness. To learn more about this palace, click here. In addition to Quitandinha, we have the imperial museum, former summer palace of the imperial family. There you will find furniture, paintings and period objects. It is a true time travel!

Want a tour with a guide that tells you the history of Petrópolis, S2RIO offers:] click here for more information.

RIO DE JANEIRO PLACES TO TRAVEL

There are many places to travel Rio de Janeiro, this list only brings you those we think are the main ones for those who are starting to know Rio. The state has a multitude of destinations, in the mountains and the coast. Examples abound: Santana and Serra do Sana Archipelago, in Macaé, Serra de Nova Friburgo (Lumiar and Muri), Serra de Itatiaia, Saquarema, Oceanic Region of Niterói (click here), Parque dos Orgãos , Old Village and MUCH MORE. Come explore the state of Rio, you will not regret:]

Enjoy the best places in Rio de Janeiro to travel.