Santa Cruz

Rio de Janeiro

Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America
Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America
Fort Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Icaraí Beach in Niteroi city, Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil, with Santa Cruz Fortress on the horizon in a sunny day and blue sky.
Icaraí Beach in Niteroi city, Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil, with Santa Cruz Fortress on the horizon in a sunny day and blue sky.

Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Copacabana Beach
Corcovado featuring a sunset, religious aspects and a statue or sculpture

Christ the Redeemer

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Christ the Redeemer
Ipanema Beach which includes a beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.

Ipanema Beach
Maracana Stadium featuring interior views and modern architecture

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.

Maracanã Stadium
Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach

Avenida Atlantica

Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

Avenida Atlantica
Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City

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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Things to do

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

P4,062
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer

Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer

P3,946
per adult
Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer
Samba Night at Pedra do Sal

Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal

P2,111
per adult
Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal
We start the walk from the Staircase of the Chilean artist

Past - Present and Future of Rio/ from Selarón to Calatrava

P1,444
per adult
Past - Present and Future of Rio/ from Selarón to Calatrava
Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Flight Tour

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Scenic Flights Over Landmarks

P18,876
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Scenic Flights Over Landmarks
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour | WITHOUT DOORS

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour without Doors

P22,209
per adult
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour without Doors
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Lagune Barra Hotel

Lagune Barra Hotel

4 out of 5
6555 Av. Salvador Allende Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (856 reviews)
My Favorite Hotel In Rio Best Value For The Money Paid Excellent Views Stellar Customer Service Convenient Location

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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Lagune Barra Hotel
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

5 out of 5
Av. Lucio Costa 9600 Rio de Janeiro
The price is P11,746 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P11,746
P14,627 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Love it

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Regency Barra Hotel

Regency Barra Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa 5210 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is P6,648 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
P6,648
P6,980 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Village Mall and Barra Shopping Mall ...
9/10 Wonderful! (395 reviews)
Very good Breakfast

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Regency Barra Hotel
Américas Barra Hotel

Américas Barra Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. das Américas, 10.500 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is P4,238 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P4,238
P4,450 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach and Marapendi Ecological ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Amazing staff!

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Américas Barra Hotel
Windsor Marapendi

Windsor Marapendi

5 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa, 5400 Rio de Janeiro
The price is P5,918 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
P5,918
P6,805 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,130 reviews)
Beach view.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Windsor Marapendi
SQUARE DESIGN HOTEL

SQUARE DESIGN HOTEL

4 out of 5
Avenida das Américas, 8585 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is P5,444 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P5,444
P5,717 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,140 reviews)
Hotel excelente! Ficamos alguns dias em Copacabana, e depois fomos passar alguns dias na Barra devido a ser mais tranquilo. Como na Barra tudo é muito longe, alugamos um carro para poder ficar nesse hotel. O hotel é excelente, fica dentro de um shopping com muitas opções de restaurantes maravilhosos, ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Stone of Pontal, Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Brazil

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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Sunset in Rio de Janeiro, Jacarepagua

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.

Jacarepagua
Barra da Tijuca showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

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.

Barra da Tijuca
Avenida Atlantica featuring general coastal views, mountains and a sandy beach

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.

São Conrado
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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.

Tijuca
Maracana Stadium featuring interior views and modern architecture

Maracanã

You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.

Maracanã

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