Peaks and Viewpoints
Tijuca National Park contains a diverse range of granite peaks and observation points within one of the world's largest urban forests. This list features the 1,021-meter Pico da Tijuca, the park's highest summit, alongside the monolithic Pedra da Gávea and the iconic Corcovado mountain. Visitors can explore the 1903 Chinese-style gazebo at Vista Chinesa or hike to points like Pedra Bonita, known for its hang-gliding ramp. These sites offer panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, the Atlantic coastline, and Rio de Janeiro’s urban landscape.
A Christ the Redeemer
Iconic Art Deco statue representing Jesus located atop Corcovado mountain, offering panoramic views of the city. It is a symbol of Christianity and Brazilian cultural heritage.
B Chinese Belvedere
The Chinese-style gazebo offers breathtaking views of the city and the bay.
C Rock of the Topsail
Pedra da Gávea is a monolithic mountain in Tijuca Forest, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
D Corcovado
Corcovado which means "hunchback" in Portuguese, is a mountain in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
E Pedra Bonita
Granite peak featuring a popular hang gliding ramp and views of São Conrado beach and the neighboring Pedra da Gávea.
Mirante do Excelsior
Viewpoint overlooking the Northern Zone of Rio and Maracanã Stadium, accessible via a wide forest trail suitable for walking or cycling.
Pico da Tijuca
The highest point in the park at 1,021 meters, featuring a 117-step staircase carved directly into the rock for King Albert I of Belgium.
Mirante da Ciclovia São Conrado-Barra
Coastal observation point located along the seaside bike path that connects the neighborhoods of São Conrado and Barra da Tijuca.
Mirante das Canoas
Roadside viewpoint on Estrada das Canoas offering perspectives of the São Conrado shoreline and the sheer face of the Pedra da Gávea monolith.
Mirante
Observation point providing views of the Atlantic Forest and the city's southern districts near the Paineiras area.
Mirante
Quiet forest viewpoint situated along the road leading toward the Mesa do Imperador and Vista Chinesa.
Vista para a cidade
Panoramic observation point near the summit of Pico da Tijuca with clear views of the urban landscape of Rio de Janeiro.
Tijuca Mirim - Pedra Sete
A 917-meter peak adjacent to Pico da Tijuca, offering views of the surrounding forest and the mountain range.
Alto da Bandeira
The second-highest summit in the park, standing at 957 meters above sea level.
Carrasqueira
A challenging 30-meter rock scrambling section on the main ascent to the summit of Pedra da Gávea.
Cadeirinha do Imperador
A rock formation on the Pedra da Gávea massif named for its chair-like shape and historical association with the Brazilian imperial family.
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