Zona Oeste
Travel Guide





Visit Zona Oeste
Where to stay in Zona Oeste

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.

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.

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 de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Sítio Burle Marx or Roberto Burle Marx Estate.

Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Restinga da Marambaia or Praia da Brisa.

Joatinga
Travelers like the beaches in Joatinga, and Joatinga Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Popular places to visit

Olympic Park
Catch an event at Olympic Park during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Jeunesse Arena
Catch an event at Jeunesse Arena during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

Tijuca Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tijuca Lake during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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.
Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
