Botafogo
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Campus Praia Vermelha
Explore the campus of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Campus Praia Vermelha during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Botafogo Praia Shopping
You can do some window-shopping at Botafogo Praia Shopping during your stay in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer
Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro – Rio Samba Bus
Botafogo Hotel Deals
Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Great service in the roof bar area, menu options good and quality of food very good. Breakfast has a large choice of quality food."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
"N/a"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
"Perfect"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
"Listen, not the best hotel, but the breakfast is good and all the fun nightlife stuff is really close by. It’s not safely walkable so there’s that. It could definitely be cleaner omg"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
"Beach view and food staff and good rooms"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
"Very good!"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Botafogo
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 Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Copacabana
Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations.
Lagoa
Travelers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Santa Teresa
The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Largo do Guimarães and Selarón Steps are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
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- Botafogo Praia Shopping
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- Visit Copacabana
- Mirante Dona Marta
- Visit Urca
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- Lob Tennis Academy
- Visit Flamengo
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- Glaucio Gill Theater
- Museu de Ciências da Terra
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- Copacabana Beach
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- Edmundo Bittencourt Square
- Unimed Rio Emergency Care
- Visit Lagoa
- Christ the Redeemer
- Casv Visa Applicant Service Center
- Visit Catete
- Praca Serzedelo Correia
- Sugarloaf Cable Car
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- Praia do Leme
- Pista Claudio Coutinho
- Vermelha Beach
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