Governador Island
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Galeão
While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.
Jardim Guanabara
You'll enjoy the beaches and architecture in Jardim Guanabara. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.
Portuguesa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portuguesa and surrounding area, you can visit Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.
Cocotá
If you're spending some time in Cocotá, Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria are top sights worth seeing.
Cacuia
Travelers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Praia da Bica is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bancários
Bancários might not have many top sights, but Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon Rio de Janeiro RJ
$276 nightly
The price is $290 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$290 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Staff I would say is the most valuable asset of this place, shout out to Mr. Guillherme, the Tour Concierge, he was always so eager to assist us always with a great smile and we felt he went above and beyond with his service.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177 Rio de Janeiro RJ
$389 nightly
The price is $407 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$407 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (880 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Avenida Atlantica 3264 Rio de Janeiro RJ
$225 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$235 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,158 reviews)
Above and beyond
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
Avenida Dr. Mário Guimarães, 533 Nova Iguaçu RJ
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nova Iguaçu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions TopShopping Nova Iguaçu ...
Elohim Residencial
Av. Mem de Sá, 234 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this aparthotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Rio Habitat Almirante
Rua Almirante Gonçalves 50 Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (70 reviews)
The host is weird- as soon as I arrived she starts asking me to be at the apartment because there will be people who will take the mattress? Why during my arrival when I’m outside e joying the beach and I have many people up meet.After two days she starts again calling me saying they need to do repairs ...
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
4.5/5(657 reviews)
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.
Christ the Redeemer
4.5/5(562 reviews)
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Ipanema Beach
4.5/5(367 reviews)
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
4.5/5(503 reviews)
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Maracanã Stadium
4/5(222 reviews)
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
4.5/5(54 reviews)
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
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
$46
per adult
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight
$282
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
$26
per adult
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show
$120
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket
$59
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
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- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Maracanã Stadium
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- Avenida Atlantica
- RioCentro Convention Center
- Shopping Tijuca
- Flamengo Beach
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Leblon Beach
- Copacabana Fort
- Olympic Park
- Arpoador Beach
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Corcovado
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Farmasi Arena
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Plaza Shopping Niteroi
- Flamengo Park
- Barra Shopping Mall
- Arcos da Lapa
- Pepe Beach
