Nothing beats spending time beside the sea. Round up the crew, pack a picnic and enjoy the fresh air at Vermelha Beach.

This Zona Sul stretch of coastline is a good spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's lots to enjoy nearby, such as Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Stadium. Take your time at Vermelha Beach before hitting up these other fine attractions.

Things to do

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

$46

per adult

Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

$44

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

$150

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views

$73

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Daylong Excursion to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour

$85

per adult

Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus

$36

per adult

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Hotel Atlântico Sul

Recreio dos Bandeirantes

$1,037

per person

Aug 16 - Aug 22

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Roundtrip flight included

Atlanta (ATL) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

awesome place and location my third stay since December will be returning

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

The Grey Loft Ipanema

Ipanema

$1,897

per person

Sep 5 - Sep 12

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

360 Rio Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

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$2,117

per person

Sep 6 - Sep 12

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)

Water was giving us problems

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Free cancellation available

History & culture

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Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

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Private & custom tours

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Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer

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Adventure & outdoor

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Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views

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Classes & workshops

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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

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Popular places to visit

Pista Claudio Coutinho

Stunning coastal views, wildlife spotting and access to Sugarloaf Mountain make this one of the most popular walking trails in Río.

Sugarloaf Mountain with the Cable Car, a Landmark of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Sugarloaf Cable Car

You can take time to visit Sugarloaf Cable Car during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Museu de Ciências da Terra

In this fascinating museum many thousands of artifacts provide a comprehensive overview of the geological and paleontological history of Brazil.

A coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a statue.

Urca Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Urca Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

A coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.