Recreio dos Bandeirantes Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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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.
Macumba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Macumba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Recreio Shopping Center
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Recreio Shopping Center during your stay in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Praia do Secreto
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Secreto during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Casa do Pontal Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Casa do Pontal Museum during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Rio Express - Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf
Top hotels in Recreio dos Bandeirantes
CDesign Hotel
Good food- Breakfast was outstanding The rooms should have had tissues. Staff was very good.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Atlântico Sul
Tudo perfeito
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
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
Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 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
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Staff is amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
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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 Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Barra de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Barra de Guaratiba Beach or Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.
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.
