Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
In the state of Rio de Janeiro.
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The city
Niterói is on the east shore of the Baía de Guanabara, opposite Rio de Janeiro. It features the Museu de Arte Contemporânea, a project by Oscar Niemeyer, viewpoints at Parque da Cidade and a set of historic forts. In the Região Oceânica there are beaches such as Itacoatiara, Camboinhas and Itaipu, popular for surfing, short trails and coastal scenery. The urban waterfront of Icaraí complements the visit.
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The local experience
Symbol of Niterói, the museum designed by Oscar Niemeyer combines iconic architecture with panoramic views of the Baía de Guanabara. It houses important collections of Brazilian contemporary art and temporary exhibitions in a unique building.
Discover Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Niterói
Main public garden of Niterói, in the Icaraí neighborhood, with lakes, tree-lined promenades, a bandstand (coreto) and cultural centers. A historic, leafy refuge for walking, observing nature and enjoying local life.
Discover Parque Prefeito Ferraz
Historic fortification that guards the entrance to the Baía de Guanabara in Niterói. Built and expanded between the 16th and 19th centuries, it brings together batteries, a chapel and viewpoints overlooking the Rio. A guided tour that combines military history and striking scenery.
Discover Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra
The Praias Oceânicas bring together the best of Niterói's coastline: open sea, light sand and Atlantic Forest rocky headlands. There are five beaches — Piratininga, Sossego, Camboinhas, Itaipu and Itacoatiara — popular for swimming, surfing, walks and natural viewpoints.
A group of works designed by Oscar Niemeyer that runs along the Baía de Guanabara, in the Centro of Niterói. It brings together iconic buildings, squares and views of Rio — ideal for walking, photographing and exploring modern Brazilian architecture.
