Popular places to visit
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Corcovado
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Corcovado during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Vista Chinesa
Learn about the local history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Vista Chinesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Rio Photo Tours - Full Day Customized Private Tour (7-8 hours)
Sightseeing through the Tropical Forest and the City of Rio
Multi Sports: MTB Tijuca Forest + Trail + Parrot Beak Abseiling
Tijuca Pike - The Highest Mountain of the Park
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Other neighborhoods around Alto da Boa Vista
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Leblon
Travelers choose Leblon for its beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station and check out top sights like Ipanema Beach.
Tijuca
The mountain views and churches are just a few things visitors like about Tijuca. Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around the larger area.
Lagoa
Travelers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ipanema
Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo are top sights in Ipanema, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station to see more sights in the area.
Barra da Tijuca
Visitors often come to Barra da Tijuca for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Jardim Oceânico Station.
More to Explore
- Christ the Redeemer
- Corcovado
- Tijuca National Park
- Vista Chinesa
- Museu do Açude
- Chinese Pavilion
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Maracanã Stadium
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- Avenida Atlantica
- Flamengo Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Shopping Tijuca
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Olympic Park
- Copacabana Fort
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Leblon Beach
- Arpoador Beach
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Pepe Beach
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Grumari Beach
- Arcos da Lapa
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center