Piam 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.

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.

Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Things to do

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour

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
Top hotels in Piam

Lagune Barra Hotel
Perfect place to get to anywhere
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
One of the best places I ever stayed at.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O quarto tinha cheiro de inseticida, barata morta no quarto, café da manhã não tinha quase nada de opção .
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Regency Barra Hotel
Good location and breakfast. Excellent value for money. Elevators are slow.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING
Main door to unit's closing mechanism in disrepair. Room lock safe had pieces of wall missing around it. Makeshift repairs. Not much in the way of making you feel safe/secure.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Windsor Oceanico
The shower was a bit strange as you need to keep pressing the knob for water
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Piam

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.

Maracanã
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.

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.

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.

Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop 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 Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
