Botafogo Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Pasmado Viewpoint
You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a trip to Pasmado Viewpoint. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Rio Sul Shopping Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Mall during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Rio Sul Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Center during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Botafogo Praia Shopping
You can do some window-shopping at Botafogo Praia Shopping during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Praia de Botafogo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Botafogo during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Hospital Samaritano
If Hospital Samaritano is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rio de Janeiro.
Things to do
Rio By Night Private Tour: Experience Music, Dancing, Drinks and Local Culture
Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Tour with a Local Guide
Rio Nature Secrets - The Eco Citytour (small group or private)
Full Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro
Museum of Tomorrow, Yup Star & Olympic Boulevard
Get to know Sugarloaf Mountain, and make stops at Arpoador for photos!
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Other neighbourhoods around Botafogo
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 Park, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
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.
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto 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.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Santa Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Mirante Dona Marta, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.