Pechincha
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
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
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.
Things to do
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
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Other neighborhoods around Pechincha
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Olympic Park or Shopping Metropolitano Barra.
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.
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.
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.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
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.
More to Explore
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Maracanã Stadium
- Flamengo Beach
- Avenida Atlantica
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Shopping Tijuca
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Olympic Park
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Copacabana Fort
- Pepe Beach
- Arpoador Beach
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Leblon Beach
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Grumari Beach
- Arcos da Lapa
- Jeunesse Arena
- Praia do Leme
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Corcovado
- Posto 12
- Ilha Da Gigoia
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center