Popular places to visit
Joatinga Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Joatinga Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? Discover the sunrises while you're in the area.
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.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
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.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach, a popular beach 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.
Things to do
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight
From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Joatinga
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Other neighbourhoods around Joatinga
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach and Barra Shopping Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
- Joatinga Beach
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Maracanã Stadium
- Flamengo Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Copacabana Fort
- Arpoador Beach
- Pepe Beach
- Praia do Leme
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
- Shopping Metropolitano Barra