Urca
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
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.
Sugarloaf Cable Car
You can take time to visit Sugarloaf Cable Car during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches 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.
Pista Claudio Coutinho
Stunning coastal views, wildlife spotting and access to Sugarloaf Mountain make this one of the most popular walking trails in Río.
Morro da Urca
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Morro da Urca during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Praia de Fora
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Fora during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Top hotels in Urca
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Friendly staff, beautiful place, spa is amazing.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Great location, facility, staff, and gym. The food was not the greatest so plan to go out.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Extremely safe and accommodating! Staff is wonderful
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
All great
Reviewed on 4 Dec 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 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Urca
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers 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.
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 Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tijuca National Park and Largo do Machado, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
Catete
You might enjoy the beaches while in Catete. Largo do Machado is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to see more of the city.
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