Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
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by Sugarloaf is a must see for anyone who's visiting Rio de Janeiro for the first time. Climb to the top of the peak and take in the fantastic view of Rio sprawling at your feet. You can get to the top by cable cars which leave every half an hour. You can always hike to the top, but be warned that it is a challenging trails, but it is really rewarding too.
Address:
Av. Pasteur, 520 - Urca, Rio de Janeiro, 22290-240, Brazil
Price:
$35 for adults, $18 for children, free for children under 6
Opening Hours:
Cable cars run from 8 AM to 10 PM
On the web:
http://www.bondinho.com.br/
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