Cosme Velho
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
One Day in Rio with a Photographer Unlimited Digital Album
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Sunrise Mirante dona Marta with Professional Photos
Rio: Christ the Redeemer Official Ticket by Cog Train
Cariocando in Corcovado:Christ Redeemer by Train + Breakfast
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Cosme Velho
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
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.
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.
Santa Teresa
The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Mirante Dona Marta 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.
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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- Casa das Artes de Laranjeiras
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- Maracanã Stadium
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Flamengo Beach
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Shopping Tijuca
- Olympic Park
- Copacabana Fort
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Arpoador Beach
- Leblon Beach
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Pepe Beach
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Marina da Glória
- Arcos da Lapa
- Praia do Leme
- Sugarloaf Cable Car
- Jeunesse Arena
- Ilha Da Gigoia