Vargem Grande
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.
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.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Best Helicopter Flight Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer
Exclusive Helicopter Flight (2 passengers)- Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Private Full-Day Hike Tour Telegraph Stone and Beaches – Transport Included
11-hours Epic Private Full Day in Rio de Janeiro
Private Sugarloaf Mountain and Tijuca Forest Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Vargem Grande
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.
Barra de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Sítio Burle Marx or Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.
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.
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- Rio Water Planet
- Pedra Branca State Park
- Parque Estadual da Pedra Branca
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- 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
- Leblon Beach
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Arpoador Beach
- Pepe Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Grumari Beach
- Marina da Glória
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Arcos da Lapa
- Jeunesse Arena