even easier, and still rich of beautiful views, is the  trilha (pista) cláudio coutinho, located near the praia vermelha, flamengo's neighborhood beach, and another popular choice with families with small kids who enjoy to hike together.

a 2 kilometer path, it starts along the beach and snakes along the urca mountain - equally safe to walk as morro do leme, the monkeys hiding along the entirely tree-covered path will be a delightful experience for visitors of any age.

bosque da barra is another option for families, particularly those who are staying in the nearby barra da tijuca neighborhood.