Cosme Velho Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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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.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Hop-ON Hop-OFF Sightseeing Bus in Rio de Janeiro – Rio Samba Bus
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Observation Wheel Ticket
Walking Tour Through the Treasures of Historic Rio de Janeiro
Other neighbourhoods around Cosme Velho
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tijuca National Park and Laranjeiras Stadium, 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.
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.
Flamengo
Well liked for its beaches and breweries, Flamengo is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Flamengo Beach and Guanabara Bay, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around 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.
Cosme Velho Travel Guide
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- Casv Visa Applicant Service Center
- Christ the Redeemer
- Corcovado
- Lob Tennis Academy
- Mirante Dona Marta
- National Institute of Cardiology
- Visit Niteroi
- Parque Henrique Lage
- Visit Alto da Boa Vista
- Visit Botafogo
- Visit Catete
- Visit Charitas
- Visit Copacabana
- Visit Gamboa
- Visit Gavea
- Visit Glória
- Visit Icarai
- Visit Ipanema
- Visit Jardim Botânico
- Visit Lagoa
- Visit Lapa
- Visit Laranjeiras
- Visit Leblon
- Visit Leme
- Visit Piratininga
- Visit Porto Maravilha
- Visit Rio Comprido
- Visit Rocinha
- Visit Santa Rosa
- Visit Santa Teresa
- Visit São Conrado
- Visit Urca
- Visit Vidigal
- Rio de Janeiro Holidays
- Visit Rio de Janeiro
- Visit Zona Central
- Visit Zona Norte
- Visit Zona Sul
