A water park with over 40 attractions, located in Vargem Grande.
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Parque Estadual da Pedra Branca
The largest ecological park in the city, and the largest urban forest in the world, with 12,500 hectares. Vegetation is typical of the old Atlantic forest, and fauna includes ocelots, sloths, armadillos, and toucans. Beyond the nature, there are also ruins of several structures, such as old farmhouses.
Parque Ecológico Chico Mendes
This 43-hectare park has walking trails through a preserved section of the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest). They also offer a guided tour of the habitats of several local endangered species, including the three-toed sloth, the broad-snouted caiman, and the red-footed tortoise. There is an exhibit hall with exhibits on local wildlife.
Museu Casa do Pontal
The area's most important collection of popular arts and crafts.
Praia do Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Praia de Macumba
Praia da Prainha