Maracanã stadium is without a doubt Brazil's sovereign of soccer. When the stadium was built in 1950, it was the world’s largest stadium with a capacity for around 200 000 patrons. For an expanded insight of Brazilian culture, check out a game of soccer and take a tour of this colossal staduim and even get to stand in Pelé’s bronzed footprints. Photos, posters, cups and uniforms of the great players are on display in the sports museum inside.

Rio de Janeiro's Maracanã stadium is inspring to behold and of course represents the life blood of Rio de Janeiro. The fantastic Rio de Janeiro hotels will ensure that you never want to leave!