Zona Sul Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Zona Sul
Copacabana Beach which includes mist or fog, a sandy beach and a sunset
Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Sao Conrado Beach showing a beach
Copacabana Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town

Where to stay in Zona Sul

Copacabana

Copacabana

4/5(169 area reviews)

Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

Copacabana
Ipanema featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Ipanema

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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Leblon

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

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Botafogo

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

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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.

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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.

Catete
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is £168 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£168
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Excelent place"

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Hotel Atlântico Rio
3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is £42 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£42
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,135 reviews)
"Property staff was really friendly, was told TV channels worked however from around 30 channels only 10 or 15 max worked with a questionable quality. Breakfast option was limited but absolutely delicious. Room was as expected, only thing is that bathroom door was kinda rotten from one corner due ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hotel Atlântico Rio
Hotel Arpoador
Hotel Arpoador
4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (785 reviews)
"This is a gem in Ipanema. Perfect location. Extremely friendly, helpful and caring staff. Beautiful view from our rooms. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Hotel Arpoador
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
2.5 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Nice little apartment"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
7.4/10 Good! (27 reviews)
"Nice spot in Copacabana"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Barata Ribeiro 450
Barata Ribeiro 450
2 out of 5
Rua Barata Ribeiro 450, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"O lugar é muito bom e a localização ótima"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Barata Ribeiro 450
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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