Botafogo
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Pasmado Viewpoint
You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a trip to Pasmado Viewpoint. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Rio Sul Shopping Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Mall during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Praia de Botafogo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Botafogo during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Rio Sul Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Center during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Botafogo Praia Shopping
You can do some window-shopping at Botafogo Praia Shopping during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Campus Praia Vermelha
Walk around the campus at 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.
Things to do
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Top hotels in Botafogo
Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fantastic view from the room of Sugarloaf Mountain and Botafogo beach. Excellent facilities in the hotel and helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommended for a stay in Rio if you want to try a different area to Copacabana or Ipanema.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Very clean, staff was great. Facilities a little worn.. but you’re on the water, so it’s tough to keep up on everything. I’d return
Reviewed on 3 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
Other neighbourhoods around Botafogo
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
