Rio de Janeiro port
Overview:
On the south coast of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro's sprawling urban
high rises spread around the base of steep lushly forested green
hills and a long strip of sandy beach.
One of the world's most famous attractions in Rio de Janeiro is the
impressive towering statue Christ the Redeemer but equally
impressive views are also popularly seen from a cable car ride up
to Sugar Loaf peak.
Cruise ships berth at the commercial Pier Maua port which can dock
five cruise liners all sharing Emapa cruise passenger terminal. The
port and cruise terminal are equipped with medical services,
transportation options and shops. The Rio de Janeiro port is across
from Praça Mauá district and shouldn't be walked
through at night.
Contact:
Tel: +55 21 2516 2618
Website: www.piermaua.com.br
The tourist information centre is located at the Pier Maua
passenger terminal.
Transport:
Shuttles provided by the cruise lines into the city centre are
the best mean of transportation. Taxis can be hailed from outside
the cruise terminal but be weary of overpricing. The cruise
terminal is a long walk from any attractions and shouldn't be
walked to at night. From the city centre a bus system is easily
navigable.
Attractions:
The two most popular attractions both tower over the city, the
giant Christ the Redeemer statue and the high central peak Sugar
Loaf. Beaches are also popular with tourists and locals including
the famous Ipanema and Copacabana which also has a popular
boardwalk. In the downtown area a number of museums and historic
churches dot the area and, if timed correctly, catch a football
match in Estadio Maracana, one of the worlds largest stadiums.
Restaurants:
- Brasileirinho - Rural atmosphere with traditional food.
- Paladino - Casual locals haunt with generous portions.
- Confeitaria Colombo - colonial era lunch dining.
Best dish: feijoda (black bean dish)
Shopping:
A number of standard shopping centres dot the city but the most
interesting finds are along Copacabana and Ipanema. Several weekend
markets, Feira Hippie de Ipanema and the Babilônia Hype Fair,
are the best way to buy local crafts. There is limited shopping at
the port's passenger terminal.
Best buy: Gemstone jewellery
Excursions:
- View Iguacu Falls
- Explore Tijuca National Park
- Sail to the nearby islands and beaches
- Sightsee at the Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
- Day trip to Buzios Peninsula