Eldorado 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.
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.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
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.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro: Flamengo Museum Ticket Entrance
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Top hotels in Eldorado
Sítio Maricá
Hotel Village Icaraí
O hotel é bem localizado, os arredores são muito tranquilos também. Os funcionários, muito receptivos e educados, o quarto estava arrumado e limpo quando chegamos, o banheiro também. O café da manhã foi farto, com bastante variedade. Com certeza, indico e numa próxima oportunidade, irei ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Solar do Amanhecer
Great breakfast at all bf hours. Clean room, friendly staff. Right across beach. Wellness area and pool on top floor. Would go there again.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Pousada Pratagy
Bom custo beneficio
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Mansão de Pirah
Petit Village Icarai
Pretty good
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eldorado
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.
