Tourist activities that guides tell you to are really not needed to explore a city and understand its inhabitants’ way of life and culture. The best way to learn about a country’s history of course by visiting their museums and historic monuments, by mingling with locals, and observing how things are done can you only get a true feeling of what city’s life is by staying to hostel in rio de janeiro.

Become a “Carioca” yourself by wandering the streets of Rio de Janerio which is one of the most vibrant and attractive cities in Latin America, and straying away from crowds for authentic Brazilian experience.

The walls of Rio are covered with graffiti of all sizes, shapes, and colors for graffiti hunting. Unlike many others, dull grey and rain are not what characterize Rio! Admire the frescoes adorning the walls. Here, graffiti is an art and people generally respect the work of the painters. Some have a theme and some don’t, but many are truly fascinating and add a touch of color and art which contribute to make Rio one of the most exciting cities.

Largely unknown from tourists, Lagoa, Rio’s beautiful city lake, Parque de Catacumba offers a surprising combination of a park and open-air gallery. This lovely park is a pleasure to walk in if you are trying to get away from the hustle and bustle of the streets. The park features tropical plants and nature walks alongside dramatic sculptures by local artists. Don’t forget to take the steep trail that leads past bamboo groves to a viewpoint with spectacular views over the Lagao and out across to Ipanema. If you are lucky, you might catch a glimpse of monkeys reclining on the park’s benches and exotic birds in the trees. Read more about  best hostels in rio de janeiro here.