Top Things to do in Niteroi
What to do and see in Niteroi, Brazil: The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Niteroi, Brazil including Costao de Itacoatiara, Itacoatiara Beach, Parque da Cidade, Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress, Joao Caetano Municipal Theater, Sao Luis Fortress, Serra da Tiririca State Park, Camboinhas Beach, Sossego Beach, Museum of Contemporary Art.
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1. Costao de Itacoatiara
Overall Ratings
5 based on 449 reviews
Reviewed By CristianeMachado - St. Petersburg, Florida
Love the hike and the experience of looking at Itacoatiara beach from above! It is a hike that requires strength, good lungs and courage, as at times you have only the rock and your body to hang on to...Totally worth it! Going with friend is a fun adventure and by oneself is quite meditative. Prepare legs and your senses to get blown away...=)
2. Itacoatiara Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Luiggi-Campany
Itacoatiara is actually in Niteroi,
a city next to Rio, crossing the “Ponte Rio Niteroi” bridge. This place is very preserved, beautiful, cool and surf point. It also has tracks to climb the stone hill on the left side of the beach. Indeed I recommend staying close to the left side. There is a small beach with no waves on the right side, but it is usually packed with people. If you are placed in Niteroi or planning to visit some of the city’s attractions go there and enjoy!
3. Parque da Cidade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By finesilver - denver
Great views here, back across the bay, able to see Sugar Loaf, Cristo and all the famous Rio peaks. Clear views, little haze, with views of the Niteroi bridge also.
This spot has some amenities and restrooms. This is also where lots of hang gliders take off, so there was a buzz from that activity today also.
I got some great photos there, be sure to check out the other reader photos to get a clear idea of what you will miss if you dont stop there, especially if you are on Niteroi for any reason.
4. Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By FunOnly - Calgary, Canada
Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress is located on the promontory at the harbor entrance to Rio de Janeiro. It was built in the 16th centaury and is a classic medieval fortress. The area is still an active military instillation so one has to be vetted by the military guards before being allowed to enter.
There is a very pleasant park located just outside of the fortress walls and there is no charge to park and enjoy the scenery. There are excellent views of Sugarloaf Mountain and downtown Rio.
The drive across the route 101 causeway to the fortress passes through the city of Niteroi with a very attractive route along the harbor. There are many brightly painted fishing boats at anchor along the route.
The flying saucer shaped Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum provides an excellent photo op along the way.
The trip to the Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress allows for a respite from the busy and crowded activity in downtown Rio.
5. Joao Caetano Municipal Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 348 reviews
Reviewed By Jonas C - Brasil
This theater in Rio is only known as Teatro João Caetano. It's at Praça Tiradentes, not so far away from the famous Teatro Municipal. Both of them have totally different clientele. One is an Opera kind of theater, while the João Caetano offers popular affordable music Concerts and plays, usually from Tuesdays to Sundays. Its rich "brother" is almost always closed waiting for a ballet or for any highbrow event. The João Caetano is not eye-catching outside at all, the other is a must-see.Besides, it's at a square which works as a bus terminal. Go to the João Caetano if you want to be where the local population of Rio frequent.
6. Sao Luis Fortress
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By G S - Cabo Frio, RJ
This is one of several Military forts on either side of Guanabara Bay in Rio/Niteroi. It is a fascinating visit to take in all these forts. Sao Luiz, is just a gate and shell basically but the further up the mountain the better it gets. Antiquated artillery gun emplacements await you at the top! The sites on this tour are maintained by the military,m leave a donation if you can. At the Base where you enter, there is a nominal fee. Do go and see.
7. Serra da Tiririca State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By Funnifal - Stuttgart, Germany
There are many different walks within the Serra da Tiririca, I just made 2 out of 11 but the views you get are just amazing. One easy walk starts at Itacoatiara Beach and takes you in 30 minutes up to the Costao de Itacoatiara. There are very few signs, but in fact you just have to walk up. There are some places where it becomes really steep and as usual in Brasil there is no help or safety catch. The view from the Costao is really amazing and after an exhausting walk you are rewarded with a wonderful view! I recommend it for everyone visiting Niterói!
8. Camboinhas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Miguelqhalmeida - Braga, Portugal
Camboinhas beach is a nice place for families to have fun. Most of the time calm, the sea is good for swimming and reafreshing baths. However, sometimes it is very dirty due to pollution without proper conditions for bathers. Around the boardwalk visitors also may pratice cycling, jogging, skating, etc. There are also kiosks where you can buy food and beverages.
9. Sossego Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
10. Museum of Contemporary Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Perched on a cliff above a beach, this striking, flyer-saucer-like building houses contemporary art and enjoys splendid views across the bay.
Reviewed By Berichthier214 - Buren, The Netherlands
The building by Oscar Niemeyer looks stunning. Even now it is still modern, in a retro way. It looks deceptively small. Once inside, a rather large space awaits you. You have great views from the circle hallway surrounding this space. Pity the great hall has no connection to the outside. If you were unaware of the exterior of the building this space could be anywhere.
The space itself contains not much to look at. They don't have a real collection. You have to await what they can offer and the focus is on Brazilian art. Can be good or not. It depends on what they get from other museums or private collections.
There is also a nice restaurant. Not much of a view because it is under the building.
The main attraction remains Oscar Niemeyer's building. And the view.
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