20 x Best Places to Visit in Brazil

Brazil is the largest country in South America, occupying about half of the continent. It is almost entirely in the Southern Hemisphere, and much of it is tropical, with large areas of rainforest teeming with exotic flora and creatures.

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Brazil's Atlantic coast has 7,400 kilometers of golden sand beaches, while its interior is rich in mineral resources. Gold from Brazil's mines can still be found adorning the churches of Portugal, the colonial nation that controlled Brazil until 1822. This considerable Portuguese influence may be seen in Brazil's colonial architecture, decorative arts such as glazed tiles in churches and convents, and language.

Brazil is a tropical paradise and an attractive cultural destination for travelers, with activities to suit all interests, from peaceful beach vacations and rainforest expeditions to world-class art museums and the pulsing rhythms of Rio's Carnival.

1. Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, the most hedonistic metropolis in Latin America, requires no introduction. The city attracts individuals looking for pleasure because it is home to hardworking people who also party hard. Everyone appreciates the breathtaking views from Christ, Redeemer, and the Sugar Loaf. Few people know Rio de Janeiro has a vibrant cultural life, with world-class museums such as the Oscar Niemeyer's Museum of Contemporary Art and Museum of Modern Art. Most people come for the beautiful weather, beaches, Carnival, and nightlife.

2. Amazon Rain Forests

3. Pernambuco Beaches

4. Sugar Loaf, Rio de Janeiro

5. Pantanal

6. Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park

7. Carnaval, Rio de Janeiro

8. Sao Paulo

What Rio-style beauty and environment Sao Paulo lacks, it more than makes up for spirit and pride. Ask any local, and they'll tell you how they'd never live anyplace else - therefore, it's somewhere visitors should visit. 

Head downtown for the historic district and several prominent attractions; head to the outlying areas for a more in-depth look into Paulistanos' daily lives. Aside from a vibrant nightlife, there is always something going on in the evenings, including theatre, musical performances, and international events.

9. Iguaçu Falls

In addition to fascinating towns, Brazil boasts some of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders, including the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls. There are 275 different drops in the 2.7 kilometers that separate Argentina and Brazil. To visit the waterfall from the Brazilian side, you can head to the Igauçu National Park.

There is a detailed network of footpaths and walkways that allow visitors to get up close and personal with the natural wonder, and there is a long trail along the canyon on the Brazilian side.

10. Ipanema

11. Jericoacoara

12. Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

13. Manaus

14. Chapada Diamantina National Park

15. Parati

16. Brasilia

17. Art Museums of Sao Paulo

18. Brasília’s Modernist Architecture

19. Florianopolis

Floripa is a beautiful place that we Brazilians call "The Magic Island." Its topography is a little perplexing, as the city spans the mainland and Florianópolis island. Because the continent is mainly residential, you'll spend most of your time on the island with the most notable sights. Beautiful waterfalls, magnificent beaches, adventurous trekking, and historical tourism make this one of the best destinations to visit in Brazil.

The most pleasing thing to do in Floripa is to see the magnificent beaches that stretch throughout the island's north, south, and east. If you hope to visit more than one beach on the same day, it's best to stay on the same side of the island to avoid wasting time in traffic, which may be extremely congested during peak season.

20. Bonito

Bonito lies in Mato Grosso do Sul, on the Pantanal border, and is made up of crystal-clear freshwater ponds and deep abysses, creating unique biodiversity. Rivers rich in nutrients, such as the Rio da Prata, support hundreds of freshwater species and provide pleasant snorkeling among dense shoals of beautifully colorful fish. Bonito is a destination that amazes its ecology and beauty, with stalactite-carpeted caverns, underground lakes, and a pit in the earth that houses nesting macaws.