the state of rio de janeiro is one of the 27 states that brazil offers, with areas filled with natural beauty, including but not limited to beaches, waterfalls, and mountains - one of the best ways to take advantage of renting a car is by traveling to some of the nearby destinations close to the marvelous city.

cities like petrópolis, paraty, miguel pereira, and búzios are located within the state of rio de janeiro - locals and visitors can easily and comfortably travel to these municipalities by a personal automobile.

many of these towns can be visited on a relaxing weekend trip away from the hustle and bustle the city of rio can have - here is more information on other tours that can be made within the state.