nature lovers who wish to have a meal surrounded by vegetation and by adorable local monkeys called micos, will enjoy a picnic at the parque nacional da tijuca, accessible via   alto da boa vista, this part of the forest has waterfalls, easy hiking trails, and areas specifically set up for picnics.

for an adventurous picnic, one of the most visually stunning spots in the city is at the summit of mountain pedra bonita.