Boa Viagem Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit

Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Niterói Contemporary Art Museum in Niteroi. Wander the beautiful beaches 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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
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Other neighbourhoods around Boa Viagem

Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Caio Martins Stadium or Icarai Beach.

Glória
You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Arcos da Lapa or Fundição Progresso.

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.

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 Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.

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.