Lagoa
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
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.
CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
After visiting CASV Visa Applicant Service Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Gávea Hippodrome
You can take time to visit Gávea Hippodrome during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa
Though Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rio de Janeiro while you are here.
Parque da Catacumba
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Parque da Catacumba. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Catacumba Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Catacumba Park, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Lagoa
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
This hotel is truly wonderful. The breakfast was delicious and with lots of options. The staff was very professional and genuinely kind. Also, the beach and mountain view were breathtaking. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Brilliant breakfast, great location on the beachfront. Nice to have beach umbrellas available too
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Great location and partial beach view in my room. Rooms are dated. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
The hotel needs some updating
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Hotel Astoria Ipanema (antigo Mar Ipanema)
There was a huge coachorage in my bathroom and after I hardly killed that oneand couldn’t sleep I saw another one next day. I asked them to change my room and they said they can’t and they don’t have any room. After I insisted so hard they accepted and all of a suddeb there was another room. I know ...
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
They were able to keep our bags on our last day so we could spend one last day in town for free
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lagoa
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travelers 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.
Ipanema
Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo are top sights in Ipanema, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station to see more sights in the area.
Copacabana
Copacabana is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station.
Leblon
Travelers choose Leblon for its beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station and check out top sights like Ipanema Beach.
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.
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.
