If the idea is to enjoy a different kind of family outing, the theme parks in Rio de Janeiro are a good choice. This is because everyone takes the opportunity to ‘go back to being a child’ and have fun with the most classic rides or discover a new world with very technological options. So, check out our guide to parks in Rio that children and adults will love!
Dino Land
This is the largest dinosaur park in the world and is located in a forest reserve in the interior of the city of Rio de Janeiro.
That’s why it’s worth taking a short trip to Miguel Pereira to visit Terra dos Dinos, with its many immersive and themed attractions in the middle of nature to immerse yourself in the dinosaur universe.
đź“ŚRJ-125 highway (Rodovia Ary Schiavo), 42281 – Governador Portela, Miguel Pereira
đź“…From Thursday to Tuesday (9am to 5pm)
More information here!
Megaville Club
Megaville Clube is the largest leisure space in the West Zone and has a water park, interactive farm, sports area, sauna, games room and various other outdoor activities.
When it’s time to recharge your batteries, there’s a barbecue area, bars, snack bars and restaurants. The complex is surrounded by the green Atlantic Forest, which makes the atmosphere even more pleasant!
đź“ŚRua Coronel Jaime de Lemos, 215 – Guaratiba
đź“…Tuesday to Sunday (9am to 5pm)
More information here!
Play City
The amusement park has been a real institution in Rio de Janeiro since it was built in 1957!
So, if you’ ve never been to Play City, your time has come! There, fun is guaranteed on the classic Samba, Pirat Boat and Looping Mountain rides, among others.
đź“ŚAv. Pastor Martin Luther King Jr., 126 – Del Castilho
đź“…Tuesday to Friday (6pm to 10pm) | Saturday, Sunday and public holidays (4pm to 10pm)
More information here!
Shanghai Park
Speaking of theme parks in Rio de Janeiro, Shanghai Park also needs no introduction. And those of us from the North Zone know this place well!
That’s because it’s the most traditional in the city, with over 100 years of history. As well as being a tourist attraction, Parque Shangai is ideal for those who like fun at its roots, with its bumper cars, ghost train, minhocĂŁo and more!
đź“ŚLargo da Penha, 19 – Penha
đź“…Thursdays and Fridays (6pm to 10pm) | Saturdays, Sundays and holidays (3pm to 9pm)
More information here!
HotZone
For those who enjoy state-of-the-art rides and love new technology, HotZone is the place!
The indoor park offers attractions for all ages, with simulators, roller coasters, go-karts, virtual reality toys and more! Fun is guaranteed!
đź“ŚBarraShopping | Avenida das AmĂ©ricas, 4.666 – Barra da Tijuca
đź“… Monday to Friday (2pm to 10pm) | Saturdays (12pm to 10pm) and Sundays (12pm to 9pm)
More information here!
