Parque Olímpico

Parque Olímpico

Where a former Formula One circuit made way for the largest sports complex of Brazil.

The Parque Olímpico is a cluster of nine sports complexes which is located in Barra da Tijuca. Originally made up of three complexes this venue was used for the 2007 Pan American Games. And later on, expanded to 9 complexes that would serve as the venue for the 2016 summer Olympics and Paralympics.

Ever since the 2016 Olympics, these 9 complexes are left abandoned and off-limits for tourists.

Before the first three complexes were built the site was occupied by the Autódromo International Nelson Piquet, which is a former Formula One circuit that hosted the Brazilian Grand Prix in the 80s.

Nearby flights

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Barra da Tijuca helicopter flight

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With this trip you’ll see Rio de Janeiro coast line like you’ve never seen it before! This flight offers incredible views and a unique perspective. After our take off we fly out over Recreio Beaches, Reserva e Barra da Tijuca, Golfe Olímpico, Joá e Joatinga, Pedra da Gávea and Parque Olímpico. Come fly with us and get bedazzled!

45 minutes

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Cristo Redentor helicopter flight

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Take to the skies with us on our most popular tour and experience Rio de Janeiro in its full glory! This tour takes you from the beaches of Barra da Tijuca, Joá, Pedra da Gávea, São Conrado, Leblon, and Ipanema to Arpoador. Check out Rio's most famous Copacabana beach and Forte de Copacabana. Continuing our flight, we will fly via Urca e Sugar Loaf, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Jockey Club, Jardim Botânico to the Art Deco statue of Christ the Redeemer, Floresta da Tijuca, Maracanã and Sambódromo e Alto da Boa Vista. Experience our beautiful city as you have never seen before! Stunning architecture, shimmering waters and unique neighbourhoods. Come fly with us and get bedazzled!

60 minutes

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Grand Rio de Janeiro helicopter flight

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See Rio de Janeiro like never before. Our longest tour provides a bird’s eye view of Rio and the surrounding area in comfort and style. This tour takes you from Barra da Tijuca Beaches, Joá, Pedra da Gávea, São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Jockey Club, Jardim Botânico to the Art Deco statue Christ the Redeemer. View Rio’s most famous Copacabana beach and Forte de Copacabana. As we continue our flight we fly via Urca, Sugar Loaf, Baia de Guanabara crossing, Niterói Beaches, Arte Contemporânea Museum, Flamengo/Botafogo Beaches, Cathedral, Lapa Arches, Sambódromo, Maracanã, Quinta da Boa Vista, Barra da Tijuca Lagoons, Olympic Park, Pontal, Recreio and Prainha/Grumari beaches. Come fly with us and enjoy the spectacular views of Rio de Janeiro.

30 minutes

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Rio Doors off helicopter flight

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A doorless helicopter tour is truly a breathtaking joyride! Don’t worry, as thrilling as the experience might be we greatly value safety and security – we fasten all guests in using harnesses! Your journey in the sky will take you via Praias do Recreio, Reserva e Barra da Tijuca, Joá e Joatinga, Pedra da Gávea, São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema to Arpoador. You will make your way up Forte de Copacabana and the famous Copacabana beach, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Jockey Club, Jardim Botânico, Christ the Redeemer, Floresta da Tijuca, Alto da Boa Vista and Parque Olímpico. Our doorless experience is ideal for those looking to become experts in aerial photography or even those who just want to take a shoe selfie with Christ the Redeemer as the background!