many of niterói'smountains boast attractions and facilities to undertake various activities, one of which is the striking morro da viração.   classified as one of the state's area's of environmental protection, the charming parque da cidade de niterói sits at the summit of this hill, at 270 meters altitude.

it plays a vital role in the propmoion of ecotourism in the area, as well as hang gliding and paragliding - there are two free flight ramps within the park, which are often used by practitioners of the spot, and which offer visitors an unrivalled view of the surrounding area.

hiking and trekking are two activities that are particularly popular on the mountains of niterói, as they offer a pleasant variation in difficulty, and the trails tend to be quieter than those of the famous mountains across the bay.