Zona Norte
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Where to stay in Zona Norte
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.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
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.
Galeão
While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.
Vila Isabel
While Vila Isabel isn't home to many top sights, Shopping Center Boulevard Rio Iguatemi and Shopping Tijuca are some notable places to visit nearby.
Méier
While Méier might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos and Shopping Tijuca.
Saionara Hotel
Rua do Matoso, 11 Rio de Janeiro RJ
$59 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
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Lagune Barra Hotel
6555 Av. Salvador Allende Rio de Janeiro RJ
$68 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
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Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon Rio de Janeiro RJ
$296 nightly
The price is $311 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$311 total
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Total with taxes and fees
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Apart Hotel Ayrton Senna Barra da Tijuca
2500 Avenida Ayrton Senna Rio de Janeiro RJ
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Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Av. Atlântica 3196 Rio de Janeiro RJ
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Nice spot in Copacabana
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Popular places to visit
Christ the Redeemer
4.5/5(547 reviews)
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus 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.
Copacabana Beach
4.5/5(652 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.
Ipanema Beach
4.5/5(361 reviews)
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
4.5/5(53 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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
4.5/5(492 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.
Things to do
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
$196
per adult
Rio de Janeiro: Beginner Samba Lesson in Ipanema
$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
$24
per adult
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Observation Wheel Ticket
$18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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$35
per adult
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