Tijuca
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.
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.
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.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Things to do
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Tijuca
Regency Barra Hotel
I love this place … I’ll back
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
The room could have been cleaner. The sheets on the bed had blood stains. The sheet was clean but stained.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
The room was very clean and the staff was phenomenal.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hotel Atlantico Copacabana
Good
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tijuca
Lagoa
Travelers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Catete
Catete is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to explore sights like Largo do Machado.
