Title: Visit Tropical: 2026 Tropical, Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Tropical](https://expedia.com/Tropical-Hotels.d553248635318445994.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Tropical](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Tropical.d553248635318445994.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tropical Vacations](https://expedia.com/Tropical.d553248635318445994.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tropical ## Rio de Janeiro ## Visit Tropical Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rio-de-Janeiro.dx178301) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Copacabana Beach which includes a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/e5cac5b6-428d-4a6a-8dd1-aaa57aa140c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Copacabana-Beach-Copacabana.d6004817.Vacation-Attraction) ![Corcovado showing religious aspects, a sunset and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502459/257a5a3b-1335-4e25-bdc8-cae983fd96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Christ-The-Redeemer-Alto-da-Boa-Vista.d502459.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061529/7f6c0559-1cb1-45d4-88fd-77edb983d342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avenida Atlantica Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue. [](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Atlantica-Copacabana.d6061534.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ipanema Beach which includes a beach and mountains as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/cda01e16-e017-4555-8e6b-6ca736abd4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ipanema Beach See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach. [](https://expedia.com/Ipanema-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maracana Stadium showing interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/1ae04971-f0c7-456c-8ad8-aaf783a4f89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Maracana-Stadium-Maracana.d502470.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222783/1b6518f2-d7d3-43b1-ac7c-ac8418645d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Recreio-Dos-Bandeirantes-Beach-Recreio-dos-Bandeirantes.d6222783.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/686965/f9dfdb30-37ea-4aa1-b440-566ca7175392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket $46 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/skip-the-line-christ-the-redeemer-admission-ticket.a686965.activity-details) ![Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49007731/4c7ff025-0ee1-4639-943c-5064f37d81e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail $26 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-carnival-backstage-tour-at-samba-city-with-cocktail.a49007731.activity-details) ![Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2693224/d11c7e82-6a02-43fe-ae6f-38d657971dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer $196 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-helicopter-tour-christ-the-redeemer.a2693224.activity-details) ![Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50057011/a50e5efe-fc70-43aa-90a5-0e268db3227f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show $124 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-official-roxy-dinner-show-dinner-show.a50057011.activity-details) ![Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1568260/8e48431f-8289-49e2-9580-94b904430cc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande $65 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-ilha-grande.a1568260.activity-details) ![Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48221208/792a2763-07f5-4805-9b70-603f03feb7e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket $24 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-maracana-stadium-official-entrance-ticket.a48221208.activity-details) [See all activities in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Tropical Hotel Deals ![Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10581/3c1eb93e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon Rio de Janeiro RJ $243 nightly $256 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 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! (1,004 reviews) Location is good but the facilities are in need of major update and maintenance, at most a 3-star hotel. Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=10581&PinnedHotelID=10581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318445994) ![Hotel Arpoador](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/542200/542137/ce3c8bc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Arpoador Rua Francisco Otaviano 177 Rio de Janeiro RJ $346 nightly $362 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 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! (872 reviews) Excellent friendly staff. Free bike rental. Great breakfast options and good food. Nice pool and view point over Ipanema beach. Nice clean rooms Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026&selected=542137&PinnedHotelID=542137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318445994) ![Hotel Atlantico Business Centro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4316400/4316320/a0e298ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Atlantico Business Centro Rua Senador Dantas, 25 Rio de Janeiro RJ $49 nightly $52 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,405 reviews) People seemed cool. I stayed to myself. I had my privacy. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=4316320&PinnedHotelID=4316320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318445994) ![Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4110000/4100200/4100177/4edfbdcc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro Avenida Atlantica, 1020 Rio de Janeiro RJ $228 nightly $238 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 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 breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Great place to stay, friendly staff, cleanliness is great. Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=4100177&PinnedHotelID=4100177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318445994) ![Lagune Barra Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82650000/82648300/82648260/73331e4f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lagune Barra Hotel 6555 Av. Salvador Allende Rio de Janeiro RJ $72 nightly $77 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (848 reviews) My Favorite Hotel In Rio Best Value For The Money Paid Excellent Views Stellar Customer Service Convenient Location Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=82648260&PinnedHotelID=82648260&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318445994) ![Rio Othon Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24600/24526/03fea7da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rio Othon Palace Avenida Atlantica 3264 Rio de Janeiro RJ $249 nightly $260 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 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! 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You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-De-Janeiro-Jacarepagua.dx178511) ![Barra da Tijuca showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053030/2beed6be-4033-48ba-9fab-8e2197be81b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barra da Tijuca 4.5/5(115 area reviews) Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-De-Janeiro-Barra-Da-Tijuca.dx6053030) ![Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/7299f93d-92fa-4220-a69a-4a7ff0d0f536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maracanã You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-De-Janeiro-Maracana.dx553248635318493308) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-De-Janeiro-Tijuca.dx553248635070788067) ![Low angle view of a statue, Christ the Redeemer statue, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635209676272/96d59375-d1b9-4932-aa2f-2f2dbd98fe01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alto da Boa Vista Alto da Boa Vista is beloved for its stunning beaches. 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