Tijuca 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro: Flamengo Museum Ticket Entrance
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Tijuca
Regency Barra Hotel
Fast internet
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Clean, safe and excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Yes all was good.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The staff was excellent. Super friendly and 200% helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Very clean. Beach front
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tijuca
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Largo do Machado and Tijuca National Park, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
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.
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.
