Serra da Tiririca State Park

Serra da Tiririca State Park is a protected area in Niterói that combines mountainous terrain with coastal sections. The land is covered in Atlantic Forest with trails that pass through different landscapes and vegetation types.

The region was visited in the 1830s by British naturalist Charles Darwin, who documented the local plants and animals. This visit was part of his famous scientific journey along the Brazilian coast.

The park contains remains of ancient shell mounds from indigenous settlements that show continuous habitation over thousands of years. These archaeological traces help visitors understand how people lived in this coastal area long ago.

The park is open during daytime hours and has a visitor center in the Itacoatiara neighborhood. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and bring water, as the trails include hilly sections and can be exposed to sun.

A named trail follows the exact route that Darwin took during his visit in the 1800s. This path through the forest connects two locations and lets visitors walk where the famous explorer once traveled.