Title: Marica Centro Travel Guide: Best of Marica Centro, Rio de Janeiro Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Marica Centro](https://expedia.co.uk/Marica-Centro-Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels.0-n553248635318493022-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Marica Centro Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Marica-Centro.d553248635318493022.Car-Hire-Guide)[Marica Centro Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Marica-Centro.d553248635318493022.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Marica Centro Travel Guide ## Rio de Janeiro ![VISTA PEDRA DO MACACO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635318493022/035fd6b4-28d5-41b2-9275-40f5c349c050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![VISTA PEDRA DO MACACO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635318493022/035fd6b4-28d5-41b2-9275-40f5c349c050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Marica Centro Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rio de Janeiro travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-de-Janeiro.dx178301) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/e5cac5b6-428d-4a6a-8dd1-aaa57aa140c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Copacabana Beach 4.5/5(132 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Copacabana-Beach-Copacabana.d6004817.Attraction) ![Corcovado which includes religious aspects, a sunset and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502459/257a5a3b-1335-4e25-bdc8-cae983fd96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christ the Redeemer 4.5/5(93 reviews) This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christ-The-Redeemer-Alto-da-Boa-Vista.d502459.Attraction) ![Ipanema Beach showing a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/cda01e16-e017-4555-8e6b-6ca736abd4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ipanema Beach 4.5/5(71 reviews) See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ipanema-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061510.Attraction) ![Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/1ae04971-f0c7-456c-8ad8-aaf783a4f89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maracanã Stadium 4/5(42 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maracana-Stadium-Maracana.d502470.Attraction) ![Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222783/1b6518f2-d7d3-43b1-ac7c-ac8418645d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach 3.5/5(8 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Recreio-Dos-Bandeirantes-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6222783.Attraction) ![Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061529/7f6c0559-1cb1-45d4-88fd-77edb983d342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avenida Atlantica 4.5/5(51 reviews) Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Atlantica-Copacabana.d6061534.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/686965/f9dfdb30-37ea-4aa1-b440-566ca7175392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-christ-the-redeemer-admission-ticket.a686965.activity-details) ![Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/553656/bed979e3-6e45-40dc-a9b7-0c3289a498c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) £24 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-rio-galeao-tom-jobim-international-airport-gig.a553656.activity-details) ![Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50057011/a50e5efe-fc70-43aa-90a5-0e268db3227f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show £92 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-official-roxy-dinner-show-dinner-show.a50057011.activity-details) ![Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49007731/4c7ff025-0ee1-4639-943c-5064f37d81e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-carnival-backstage-tour-at-samba-city-with-cocktail.a49007731.activity-details) ![Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48221208/792a2763-07f5-4805-9b70-603f03feb7e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket £18 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-maracana-stadium-official-entrance-ticket.a48221208.activity-details) ![Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2667269/8e42b370-f28d-4075-8abb-ff683c21d474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details) [See all activities in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Marica Centro ![Sítio Maricá](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33773800/33773741/9abd3433_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sítio Maricá Rio de Janeiro Marica RJ Stay at this spa holiday home in Marica. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=33773741&PinnedHotelID=33773741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=33773741&PinnedHotelID=33773741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) ![Hotel Village Icaraí](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13340000/13336000/13335996/01a2b985_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Village Icaraí Rua Mariz e Barros, 97 Niteroi Rio de Janeiro £48 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Copacabana ... 8/10 Very Good! (427 reviews) um bom hotel, otima localização Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=13335996&PinnedHotelID=13335996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) ![H Niteroi Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8270000/8261200/8261169/6d6fe61c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### H Niteroi Hotel Rua Dr Paulo Alves 14 Niteroi RJ £87 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (911 reviews) Wow! I stayed at the Hotel Niteroi from 2/12-2/17\. It was absolutely amazing. The hotel staff from the front desk, dining hall, security, cleaning ladies and pool bar were absolutely outstanding. I felt warm, welcomed and safe every step of the way! I truly felt like family. I will recommend this ... Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=8261169&PinnedHotelID=8261169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) ![Niterói Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20530000/20520100/20520023/03511bcd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Niterói Palace Hotel 134 Rua General Andrade Neves Niteroi RJ £55 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Flamengo Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (234 reviews) The room was spotless and the staff were very helpful especially when asked to sort out the internet connection in the room. The choice of foods for breakfast was excellent. Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=20520023&PinnedHotelID=20520023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) ![Solar do Amanhecer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11901600/11901522/2f9d376e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Solar do Amanhecer Av. Prefeito Silvio Picanço, 839 Niteroi £59 25 Mar - 26 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Sugar Loaf Mountain are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (541 reviews) Lovely big room overlooking the ocean. Good choice at breakfast although the tea could be better - I think this is probably a Brazil import issue rather than a hotel issue! Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=11901522&PinnedHotelID=11901522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318493022) ![Samba Itaboraí](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18670000/18669900/18669878/db772d62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Samba Itaboraí Av. Vinte e Dois de Maio, 3126 Itaborai £46 14 Mar - 15 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Itaborai. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. 7.8/10 Good! (219 reviews) Clean room, friendly-enough staff and an excellent all you can eat breakfast. It's a bit far from Rio City and the beaches - roughly 50 minutes - , but it's perfect if you want some peace and quiet away from the madness of Rio. I would definitely recommend and I would stay here again. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635318493022) ## Check Marica Centro hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[10 Mar - 11 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12)[11 Mar - 12 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318493022&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Marica Centro ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170800/9ded398e-ff60-41e5-b7f7-600f27cf0cc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Leme.dx6170800) ![Museum of Modern Art showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061563/0e0139aa-278d-490a-9197-6ce9c2b43dec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Glória 4.5/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Gloria.dx6248659) ![Just walk around...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2998/827e263d-85ba-4239-9fd9-d3b6a17b94b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Flamengo.dx6053034) ![Lapa which includes a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167224/e9e47544-0162-4a34-a3b1-c62456e255ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lapa You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Lapa.dx6167224) ![General view of the Catete neighborhood with the docklands in the background in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350792/2018fed7-9a23-421c-b38c-ffb1dfc4728c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Catete.dx6350792) ![Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562484168/4db176bf-aa3b-4e49-a434-01e6baac8d26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rio de Janeiro Centro 4/5(19 area reviews) 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. 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