Parque Ecológico de Marapendi
7.1Locals Score / 10#11 of 11 Parks & Outdoors in Rio de Janeiro
free
Known forecologybirdwatchingBarra da Tijucacycling
A large ecological reserve in Barra da Tijuca protecting a restinga ecosystem — a rare coastal scrubland habitat — alongside lagoons teeming with birds including herons, roseate spoonbills, and kingfishers. The park has well-maintained cycling and walking paths that run parallel to the lagoon and are heavily used by Barra residents for morning exercise. It offers a genuine nature experience in a neighborhood better known for malls and highways. Bring insect repellent as mosquitoes can be intense near the water's edge.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.1/10- Value9.5
- Iconic4.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level5.5
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility7.0
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