Pedra do Arpoador

Arpoador - Ipanema view.
Arpoador - Ipanema view.
By far the best spot to watch the sunset at the beach (Sugarloaf mountain is THE best in Rio). New York Times: “If you want to know why people come to Rio de Janeiro, and came even during its years of bloody, decadent decline, stand on the Arpoador Beach promenade at day’s end. Before you lies an orchestral finale of a sunset: iridescent water, pastel-streaked skies and hazy silhouettes of cliffs to the west. Behind you are swarms of Cariocas, as Rio natives are known: men with phones tucked into the fronts of their bathing suits, swimmers shaking off droplets of water before ordering caipirinhas at an outdoor bar. At the moment when the neon-pink sun slips below the horizon, everyone stops, stands and claps: a nightly salute to city, beach and sky.”
#Brasil 🇧🇷
Beautiful sunset in Rio. #waterlust #rio #brazil #arpoador

Tours & day trips

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Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 599 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 335 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min

Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min

Activity duration is 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,057 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River

Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 990 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 72 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 243 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema

Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 94 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Picture from Pedra do Arpeador.

Devil's Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Devil's Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

Devil's Beach
Arpoador Beach featuring rugged coastline

Arpoador Beach

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Considered the birthplace of Brazilian surfing, this small beach is also one of the most popular places to catch Rio de Janeiro’s spectacular sunsets.

Arpoador Beach
Copacabana Fort featuring general coastal views and a city

Copacabana Fort

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Visit this historic fort at the south end of Copacabana Beach to learn about Brazil’s military history through many fascinating displays and artifacts.

Copacabana Fort
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - January 8, 2014: Statue of the poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Carlos Drummond de Andrade Statue

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Carlos Drummond de Andrade Statue. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carlos Drummond de Andrade Statue
Hippie Fair showing a festival as well as a large group of people

Hippie Fair

Admire colorful folk art, stock up on Brazilian clothing and souvenirs, and savor some of Rio’s original fast food at one of the world’s largest open-air markets.

Hippie Fair
Hippie Fair which includes street performance, signage and a festival

Praca General Osorio

After visiting Praca General Osorio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Praca General Osorio

Top Pedra do Arpoador Hotel Deals

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

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Hotel Arpoador

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Hotel Atlântico Rio

Hotel Atlântico Rio

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Windsor California Copacabana

Windsor California Copacabana

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Américas Copacabana Hotel

Américas Copacabana Hotel

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Rua Barata Ribeiro 550 Rio de Janeiro RJ
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