Zona Sul

Travel Guide

Zona Sul
Copacabana Beach featuring a sandy beach, mist or fog and a sunset
Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Sao Conrado Beach showing a sandy beach
Copacabana Beach featuring a beach and a coastal town

Where to stay in Zona Sul

Copacabana which includes a coastal town, mountains and a sandy beach

Copacabana

5/5(1 area review)

Copacabana is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station.

Copacabana
Ipanema which includes markets as well as a large group of people

Ipanema

5/5(1 area review)

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.

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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.

Leblon
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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.

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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.

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Lagoa

Travelers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Lagoa
Hotel Atlântico Rio

Hotel Atlântico Rio

3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is P2,521 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P2,521
P2,780 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,185 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. Its clean. The staff I encountered were professional and efficient. It's not perfect but very good!"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Hotel Atlântico Rio
Hotel Arpoador

Hotel Arpoador

4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is P24,455 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P24,455
P28,245 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (802 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel and location. I recommend the hotel Arpoador to everyone going to Rio. I loved it so much I left another hotel and came back for my last night in Rio. It’s worth every penny, oceanfront and town views."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Hotel Arpoador
Hotel Atlântico Travel

Hotel Atlântico Travel

4 out of 5
Rua Barata Ribeiro nº 544, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
The price is P2,701 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P2,701
P2,978 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,223 reviews)
Good
"Normal . Nothing excepcional ."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

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El Misti Suites Copacabana

El Misti Suites Copacabana

2.5 out of 5
Cinco de Julho 17 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and climate control. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
"Adorei a minha estadia aqui foi incrível."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

El Misti Suites Copacabana
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
7.6/10 Good! (28 reviews)
"Nice spot in Copacabana"

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Unhotel

Unhotel

4 out of 5
Av. Atlântica, 2692, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"This place is amazing have it all the view is gorgeous and the place was clean and have everything around u need groceries dinner bars, hair salon. Shopping everything u need right there"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Sugar Loaf Mountain which includes mountains and a sunset

Sugar Loaf Mountain

For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.

Sugar Loaf Mountain
Avenida Atlantica featuring general coastal views, mountains and 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
Copacabana Fort which includes a city and general coastal views

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.

Copacabana Fort
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden showing a park

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.

Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

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.

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Sugarloaf Cable Car

Sugarloaf Cable Car

You can take time to visit Sugarloaf Cable Car during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Sugarloaf Cable Car

Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

P3,841
per adult
Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

P2,908
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard

Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard

P2,876
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

P10,390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer

P11,400
per adult
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

P7,556
per traveler
82% of travellers recommend
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
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Rio de Janeiro which includes a sunset, mountains and general coastal views

Rio de Janeiro