Popular places to visit
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.
Corcovado
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Corcovado during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Vista Chinesa
Learn about the local history of Rio de Janeiro when you spend time at Vista Chinesa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
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
Christ the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps
Bico do Papagaio Hiking Tour at Tijuca National Park
Tijuca National Park & Botanic Garden and Transfer
Tijuca National Park Hike and Waterfall Rappelling
Tijuca Forest: Tour with Waterfalls and Caves
Top hotels in Alto da Boa Vista
![Hotel Atlântico Prime](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12798500/12798475/01c2a511_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 May 2024
![Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10581/0dde055b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024
![Hotel Atlântico Rio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7050000/7041600/7041556/39e48591_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7130/32611b96_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4110000/4100200/4100177/ac519cd6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Windsor Plaza Copacabana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444700/444671/0964f093_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Alto da Boa Vista
![Avenida Atlantica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183584-Avenida-Atlantica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/463000/463933-Zona-Sul.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
![Ipanema featuring markets as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64376-Ipanema-Leblon-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 featuring a beach as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64306-Rio-De-Janeiro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.