just across from rio's bridge, the city of niterói holds access to one of the most incredible and unforgettable views of the entire bay. giving the sensation of flying, the view from niterói's parque da cidade (park of the city) is second to none, and a must for anyone wanting to experience rio in a different way.

much smaller in size, niterói is home to just under 500,000 inhabitants, yet it is a cultural hotspot in the state, with many exhibition galleries, two dozen libraries, public archives, ballets, musical shows, and cultural events as well as the customary ecological attractions, which are renowned in this region of the world.