Often regarded as the heart of a city, town squares are usually buzzing with life and colorful characters. Find out what's going on at Praca da Cruz Vermelha and look for clues to its long history.

Located in Rio de Janeiro Centro, this public square is worth including in your schedule. But you'll find tons more to check out in this area. Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Stadium aren't too far from Praca da Cruz Vermelha.

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Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias

$1,068

per person

Feb 20 - Feb 23

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

8.6/10 Excellent! (256 reviews)

I was in transit, for one night. It was ok

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Matiz Multi Suítes

$1,079

per person

Feb 20 - Feb 23

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

8.6/10 Excellent! (411 reviews)

Clean, noisy resto next door, good breakfast, beds are a bit hard, a bit far from downtown but close to airport. Overall good value and I would stay again.

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Mont Blanc Apart Hotel Duque de Caxias

$1,099

per person

Feb 20 - Feb 23

found 9 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)

A equipe era toda gentil e muito receptiva, ajudando com quaisquer problemas. o quarto estava limpo e as instalações eram fantásticas.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

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