Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Rio de Janeiro
![Recreio dos Bandeirantes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/743eef686ab3555b92fbed18dccadeee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Recreio dos Bandeirantes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/688440fbeb0b54ddc2369be867623152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Popular places to visit
![Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/688440fbeb0b54ddc2369be867623152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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Posto 12
You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Posto 12. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
![Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64342-Copacabana-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Corcovado featuring a sunset, religious aspects and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64404-Corcovado-Christo-Redentor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
![Flamengo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/a5f519ea5574726ffe1acc32768960c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
![Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2121126/e5a9dfe9-6c2f-4223-94b6-fdcdac93d65b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
![Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46499432/31270252-6129-4f5c-8eac-d1066a6bded7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea
![Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter flight in Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49863813/98de4dd0-be31-467a-9bb3-f4b3b7b34a3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter flight in Christ the Redeemer
![Semiprecious Gemstones Shopping Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3478848/25e4ca9b-135c-40d5-b454-11d3fc1ddf39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Semiprecious Gemstones Shopping Tour with Transfer
![Conquering Pedra da Gávea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44877043/d609f64e-e261-44a5-8ec1-957d53f71aa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio
Top hotels in Recreio dos Bandeirantes
![CDesign Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12530000/12521800/12521762/2e4fd1fd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025
![Hotel Atlântico Sul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5010000/5009900/5009818/add80f9f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025
![Hotel Atlântico Prime](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12798500/12798475/01c2a511_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4110000/4100200/4100177/7618e395_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Windsor Oceanico](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11840000/11837300/11837232/d3fd6a5b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Miramar by Windsor Copacabana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9100/9027/e0ae5e65_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
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Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Olympic Park or Shopping Metropolitano Barra.
![Barra da Tijuca showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64306-Rio-De-Janeiro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Corcovado featuring general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36859-Corcovado-Christo-Redentor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
![Avenida Atlantica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183584-Avenida-Atlantica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
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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.