in this section we list the main lookouts that can be easily accessed in the city, yet many more can be discovered just by exploring along the shores or up the many hills scattered throughout the city.

viewpoints in rio de janeiro can be extremely different from one another - while some are of very easy access, others require different levels of hiking skills.

the must-see mirantes in rio de janeiro are of course the platform of christ on corcovado, and the tip of the sugar loaf- both offering incredible 360 degrees views of the city.