Zona Sul
Travel Guide
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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.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
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.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Friendly staff, beautiful place, spa is amazing.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
The room was very spacious and I had an amazing view. Despite choosing the Mountain View option, I had a partial sea view and it was breathtakingly beautiful. The staff are nice and a lot of them were special needs which to me is great!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Perfect location and amazing rooftop also room was clean
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
360 Copa Barata Ribeiro By SUHCasa
Todo perfecto! La ubicación es excelente y las instalaciones también.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Nice spot in Copacabana
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025
Unhotel
We love it all
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Copacabana Fort
Visit this historic fort at the south end of Copacabana Beach to learn about Brazil’s military history through many fascinating displays and artifacts.
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
Spend time exploring this historic botanical garden to see water features and sculptures, exotic plant species and endangered animals, including the black capuchin.
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
Rua Barata Ribeiro
After visiting Rua Barata Ribeiro, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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
Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide
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- Visit Copacabana
- Parque Henrique Lage
- Visit Honório Gurgel
- Visit Zona Norte
- Visit Olinda
- Visit Petrópolis
- Visit Cidade de Deus
- Amiu Hospital Infantil
- Visit Xerem
- Visit Rio de Janeiro State
- Visit Urca
- Visit Lins de Vasconcelos
- Casv Visa Applicant Service Center
- Praia do Leme
- Visit Mage
- Visit Rocha Miranda
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Visit Marechal Hermes
- Visit Coelho da Rocha
- Visit Grumari
- Visit Rio de Janeiro
- Visit Barra de Guaratiba
- Shopping Cassino Atlantico
- Rio Sul Shopping Center
- Christ the Redeemer
- Real Gabinete Português de Leitura
- National Institute of Deaf Education
- Visit Itaborai
- Ipanema Holidays
- Visit Marica
- Elevador do Morro do Cantagalo
- Rua Barata Ribeiro
- Visit Deodoro
- Copacabana Beach
- Sao Conrado Beach
- Copa D'Or Hospital & Medical Center
- Copacabana Fort
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Copacabana Holidays
- Lob Tennis Academy
- Visit Governador Island
- Praca da Cruz Vermelha
- Visit Sepetiba
- Corcovado
- Visit Niteroi Centro
- Visit Vidigal
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- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Copacabana Fort
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Sao Conrado Beach
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Rua Barata Ribeiro
- Praia do Leme
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
- Parque Henrique Lage
- Copa D'Or Hospital & Medical Center
- Rio Sul Shopping Center
- Shopping Cassino Atlantico
