Austin Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Things to do
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour
Walking Tour Through the Treasures of Historic Rio de Janeiro
Museum of Tomorrow Guided Tour Admission & Transfer
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro - Rio Samba Bus
Top hotels in Austin
Lagune Barra Hotel
"Ótimo lugar"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
"CLean room and air conditioning"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Nobile Inn Dutra Rio De Janeiro
"Incredibly hard to sleep next to a motorway & the room looks tired"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Rio De Janeiro Barra da Tijuca
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
"This hotel had many wonderful reviews, which is why my boyfriend and I decided to stay here. Unfortunately, our experience was not what we expected. When we first entered the room, we immediately noticed several issues. The air conditioner was leaking water onto the floor, the restroom had no fan, ..."
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca
"Great staff! Amazing breakfast! Great pool and more important the hotel is clean and well maintained. I did appreciate all the amenities and the beautiful common areas. That’s where I pretend to stay while I’m in Rio! Many thanks!!"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Austin
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers 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.
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.
