Recreio dos Bandeirantes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Posto 12
You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Posto 12. 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.
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.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Things to do
Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 20min
Rio Helicopter Tour – Private or Shared With Hotel Transfers
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea
Private Helicopter tour - Rio de janeiro in 30min
Top hotels in Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Hotel Atlântico Sul
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025
Américas Granada Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Boutique Hotel Castelinho
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
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 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.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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