Zona Norte

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Quinta da Boa Vista
Quinta da Boa Vista
Quinta da Boa Vista
Maracana Stadium showing a city
Quinta da Boa Vista showing heritage architecture

Where to stay in Zona Norte

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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.

Tijuca
Corcovado featuring general coastal views and a coastal town

Alto da Boa Vista

Alto da Boa Vista is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.

Alto da Boa Vista
Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views

Maracanã

You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.

Maracanã
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Galeão

While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.

Galeão
Sua construção é assinada pelo arquiteto espanhol Adolfo Morales de los Rios

Méier

While Méier might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos and Shopping Tijuca.

Méier
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Vila Isabel

While Vila Isabel isn't home to many top sights, Shopping Tijuca and Maracanã Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vila Isabel
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ￥30,904 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
￥30,904
￥38,082 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
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"The hotel had a private beach with excellent pool and hot tub. The service is excellent. The rooms are spacious and well appointed. The staff and service is excellent. Mr Paulo in the breakfast staff is contagiously warm and super nice. Breakfast is excellent."

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Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hotel Atlântico Prime

Hotel Atlântico Prime

4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥3,838 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥3,838
￥4,030 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,688 reviews)
"The stat here was okay but the beds didn’t have sheets and the curtains had holes in them. The breakfast was not good. Yoghurts were served warm as well as milk for cereal. Only one protein source which were hot dogs in a tomato based sauce. The decor was nice outside the other things mentioned"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Américas Granada Hotel

Américas Granada Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Gomes Freire, 530 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,410 reviews)
"Good dinner."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

2.5 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Nice little apartment"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

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360 Rio Santos Dumont

360 Rio Santos Dumont

3 out of 5
R. Sen. Dantas, 80, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Water was giving us problems"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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Unhotel

4 out of 5
Av. Atlântica, 2692, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Check in was very smooth and the apartment was amazing. Very clean and spacious, in a new building. 24hr security/front desk personnel. We had a distant view of Christ the Redeemer statute from the room - Mountain View!! Highly recommend."

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Popular places to visit

Corcovado showing religious aspects, a sunset and a statue or sculpture

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(547 reviews)

This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.

Christ the Redeemer
Maracana Stadium showing interior views and modern architecture

Maracanã Stadium

4/5(222 reviews)

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.

Maracanã Stadium
Copacabana Beach which includes a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views

Copacabana Beach

4.5/5(652 reviews)

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.

Copacabana Beach
Ipanema Beach which includes a beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(361 reviews)

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Ipanema Beach
Flamengo Beach

Flamengo Beach

4/5(51 reviews)

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.

Flamengo Beach
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

4.5/5(53 reviews)

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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Things to do

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Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

￥10,308
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90% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

￥5,469
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

￥27,013
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard

Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard

￥7,475
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Unforgettable Boat Party

Unforgettable Boat Party

￥7,747
per adult
Unforgettable Boat Party
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

￥19,199
per traveler
82% of travellers recommend
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
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