Costa Verde Travel Guide
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.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Things to do
Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro: Flamengo Museum Ticket Entrance
Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Costa Verde
Hotel Atlântico Prime
I was fortunate to get this booking at the last moment and I found the hotel to surpass my expectations with cleanliness friendliness three meal a day restaurant gymnasium
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
The manager, Antonio was amazing. He provided amazing service and helped to remedy my room concern quickly and with kindness. Iane was also wonderful staffer that was welcoming and kind.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Windsor California Copacabana
Great Hotel with very comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Everything was very very good Clean staff very helpful. Thank you very much
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Casa Nova Hotel
Pessoal da recepção são mal educados e parecem estar fazendo favores. Já o pessoal do café da manhã extremamente educados. Quartos limpos e ótimo custo benefício.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING
Good place e to say regarding price and location. The staff were extremely friendly and the bed was super comfortable. The hotel was very clean. The bathroom sink faucet and the toilet appeared ready to be updated.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Costa Verde
Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Glória
You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Catete
You might enjoy the beaches while in Catete. Largo do Machado is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to see more of the city.
Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.
