Santa Teresa
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Santa Teresa
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.
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
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.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
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
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Santa Teresa Hotel Deals
Regency Barra Hotel
It’s amazing hotel. Nice views to the beach from the pool and friendly giys at fron desk
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
The room could have been cleaner. The sheets on the bed had blood stains. The sheet was clean but stained.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
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Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
We loved our stay at the Miramar by Windsor Copacabana. The staff was incredible—attentive, helpful, and always with the best attitude. Something we really appreciated is that they don’t try to charge extra for every little request, like many other hotels do. Needed adapters? They lent them to us ...
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Santa Teresa
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.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Santa Teresa
The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Corcovado are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimar ães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
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.
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Glória
You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. 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.
