Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

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Copacabana Beach featuring a sandy beach, mist or fog and a sunset
Copacabana Beach which includes a sandy beach
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Rio de Janeiro featuring a river or creek

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What to do in Rio de Janeiro


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Areas of Rio de Janeiro

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

Copacabana

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Mingle with the local residents on one of the world’s most famous beaches, admire art deco buildings and party until dawn in this effervescent neighborhood.

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

Ipanema

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Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

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Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro’s longest beach, a sprawling shopping mall and some of the city’s best seafood restaurants and bars await in this relaxed neighborhood.

Barra da Tijuca
Rio de Janeiro showing modern architecture and a pond

Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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.

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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.

Botafogo