Rio de Janeiro is a big city, extending through an area of over 4400 square kilometres built right beside the beach, with many lagoons, and next to fabulous hills, forests, and rocky formations - So, it is no surprise that bicycling is so much appreciated among the Cariocas, and the state has built more than 360 kilometres of urban bike paths, many of which cross some of the most coveted views in the city and surrounding areas.

As some sports are also great to watch, they become important touristic events - volleyball, yachting, motor racing, martial arts, jujitsu, and capoeira always attract the attention of Cariocas and visitors alike.