Horto Viewpoint (Mirante do Horto)

The Tijuca National Park is divided into three visitation sectors - Forest, Serra da Carioca and Pedra Bonita/Pedra da Gávea - and has program options for everyone: from picnic and barbecue areas to hang gliding, climbing, hiking and other activities. Among the country's famous postcards, we have Corcovado Mountain, where the statue of Christ the Redeemer is located, one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Vista Chinesa, Pedra da Gávea, Parque Lage and Paineiras. Besides the famous monument, visitors can observe from several points in the Serra da Carioca Sector the impressive view of Rio, such as Vista Chinesa and Mirante Dona Marta. The Horto Waterfalls, the Paineiras, the pleasant Parque Lage, and the Transcarioca Trail are also important local attractions.
Placed between the Cachoeira da Gruta and Cachoeira dos Primatas, this viewpoint is a mandatory stop for those following the trail that integrates one of the stretches from the Transcarioca Trail in this section. From this point is possible to check the view that unveils, among the trees, parts of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Jockey Club, and of the Jardim Botânico neighborhood.