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 care-free 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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit 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
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Top hotels in Icarai
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Friendly staff, beautiful place, spa is amazing.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Clean and good staff, but a little far from the main beaches. Sao Conrado is not as nice as the other beaches.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Just the convenience to all places in Barra Tijuca
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Perfect view and area. Staff and very accommodating
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
If you stay at this hotel, I highly recommend you include the breakfast package. The fresh fruits from Brazil are just wonderful.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Windsor Oceanico
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Icarai
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
