Ampliação
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.
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.
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.
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
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Ampliação Hotel Deals
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2023
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2023
Reviewed on May 26, 2024
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2024
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024
Other neighborhoods around Ampliação
Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.
Gloria
You might enjoy the museums while in Gloria. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Tiradentes Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.
Flamengo
Well-liked for its beaches and breweries, Flamengo is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Catete Palace and Flamengo Park, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
Catete
Catete is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to explore sights like Largo do Machado.
More to Explore
Top 5 most romantic cities in the world
24-hour guide to Rio de Janeiro
- Ponta Negra Beach
- Icarai Beach
- Serra dos Orgãos National Park
- Camboinhas Beach
- Paqueta Island Beach
- Itacoatiara Beach
- Barra de Marica Beach
- Guanabara Bay
- Cachoeira do Espraiado
- Ponta Negra Lighthouse
- Itaipu Beach
- Piratininga Beach
- Marechal Floriano Peixoto Park
- Three Peaks State Park
- Shore of Itacoatiara
- Parque Terra Santa
- Sao Francisco Beach
- Topo Pedra do Elefante
- Campo De Sao Bento
- Sossego Beach
- Jacone Lagoon
- Parque da Cidade
- Imperial Garden Park
- Pedra do Silvado