Get outdoors · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
12 Outdoor Adventures Near Rio de Janeiro
When the city is done with you: the outdoors within 100 km of Rio de Janeiro, ranked by the travelers who went.
Everything here sits within 100 km of Rio de Janeiro, ordered by review volume from real travelers. Distances are measured, not guessed. Updated monthly.
Botanical Garden
Park & nature8 km awayRio's Jardim Botânico is a serene, green escape at the foot of the forested hills below Corcovado, founded over two centuries ago and now home to thousands of plant species across formal avenues and…
Read our full guide →Tijuca National Park
Park & nature11 km awayFree entryTijuca National Park is an urban national park in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Read our full guide →Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
Park & nature8 km awayThe Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is a lush 140-hectare sanctuary founded in 1808, home to more than 6,000 plant species.
Read our full guide →Sugarloaf Mountain
Landmark5 km awaySugarloaf Mountain is a 396-meter peak on a peninsula at the mouth of Guanabara Bay in Rio de Janeiro.
Read our full guide →Mirante Do Leblon
Park & nature10 km awayFree entryThe Mirante do Leblon is a scenic clifftop viewpoint at the western end of Rio de Janeiro's chic Leblon neighbourhood, a favourite local spot for taking in one of the city's most beautiful coastal…
Read our full guide →Flamengo Park
Park & naturein the cityFlamengo Park, also known as Aterro do Flamengo, is the largest public park and recreation area in Rio de Janeiro and the largest urban seaside park in the world.
Read our full guide →Itaway Ecotours Rio
Park & nature9 km awayItaway Ecotours Rio offers small-group, eco-conscious adventures that showcase Rio de Janeiro's stunning natural landscapes beyond the beaches.
Read our full guide →Rio Natural Ecotourism
Park & nature4 km awayRio Natural Ecotourism offers immersive nature experiences in and around Rio de Janeiro, focusing on the Tijuca Forest and surrounding Atlantic Rainforest.
Read our full guide →Ilha Da Gigoia
Park & nature17 km awayFree entryIlha Da Gigoia is a small island park located in the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro's West Zone.
Read our full guide →Rio Mountain Sports
Market5 km awayFree entryRio Mountain Sports is a lively market located in the Urca district of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Read our full guide →Rio Sensations
Park & nature9 km awayFree entryRio Sensations is a unique park and nature space located in the upscale Zona Sul (South Zone) of Rio de Janeiro, at Rua Artur Araripe 110.
Read our full guide →Rio Love Story
Park & nature9 km awayFree entryRio Love Story is a small but enchanting park located in the upscale Ipanema neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro.
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How we pick these
Outdoor and active spots around Rio de Janeiro — trails, viewpoints, water and adrenaline — ranked by real review volume out of the 154 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Some activities near Rio de Janeiro are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.
Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.
Bring layers and water; outdoor conditions shift faster than in the city.
Common questions
What outdoor activities are there in Rio de Janeiro?+
The list above covers the top-rated active things to do in and around Rio de Janeiro, from easy walks to bigger adventures.
Is Rio de Janeiro good for adventure travel?+
Yes — this page ranks the outdoor experiences visitors rate most highly.
Do you need to book activities in advance?+
Guided and equipment-based activities are best booked ahead, especially in peak season.
Rather have a human do the planning? A Local Friend can build this day for you, at local prices.