Santa Amélia Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Santa Amélia
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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
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
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Observation Wheel Ticket
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Santa Amélia
Regency Barra Hotel
Desayuno muy completo, en general buen servicio y atención
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Windsor Oceanico
Horrible
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Américas Granada Hotel
Menu had lots of options but fruit flies on fruits and dinning room.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
My first room had now AC, i tried sleeping couldn't, but went down to lobby and they were able to place me in a new room that had good AC. The rooms are okay, get what you payed for, I would spend double the money to be near beach now that I know.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
Perfecto
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Amélia
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 Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre or Maracanã Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
