Centro
Rio de Janeiro
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.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Flamengo Beach
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.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
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.
Maracanã Stadium
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.
Things to do
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Top hotels in Centro
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
The hotel was very nice, although tucked away from most shopping or dining places, the restaurants and bars were good. Our only negative was the breakfast was a little expensive and the spa service asked if we wanted firm pressure or light pressure and even though we asked for firm pressure and told ...
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Fast internet
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Clean, safe and excellent breakfast
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Salía un olor desagradable del desagüe del baño
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The hotel is strategically located near a metro station. It is a few blocks away from the beach. Breakfast breads are the only menu that varies. The rest are constatnt. It is quite challenging to use the elevator. One unit is often not working so it is always full. Good thing we were booke only at ...
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Barra da Tijuca
Visitors often come to Barra da Tijuca for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Jardim Oceânico Station.
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.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Santa Teresa
The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Corcovado are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
