Zona Oeste Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Barra da Tijuca showing a beach
Barra da Tijuca which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Barra da Tijuca showing mist or fog and a beach as well as an individual male
Barra da Tijuca showing a garden and a sandy beach
Barra da Tijuca featuring a sandy beach, food and a beach bar

Where to stay in Zona Oeste

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Barra da Tijuca

4/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

Barra da Tijuca
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Recreio dos Bandeirantes

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes
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Jacarepagua

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Olympic Park or Shopping Metropolitano Barra.

Jacarepagua
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Barra de Guaratiba

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Sítio Burle Marx or Roberto Burle Marx Estate.

Barra de Guaratiba
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Guaratiba

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Restinga da Marambaia or Praia da Brisa.

Guaratiba
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Joatinga

Travellers like the beaches in Joatinga, and Joatinga Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Joatinga
Radisson Barra Rio De Janeiro
Radisson Barra Rio De Janeiro
4 out of 5
Av. Evandro Lins e Silva, 600, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The price is £71 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£71
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Destaco la amabilidad del personal, en especial la gerente de operaciones que al notar que no me atendieron como pasajero VIP ACCESS en 24 horas remediaron la situación"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Radisson Barra Rio De Janeiro
Windsor Marapendi
Windsor Marapendi
5 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa, 5400, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro
The price is £74 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£74
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,022 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Windsor Marapendi
Windsor Oceanico
Windsor Oceanico
4 out of 5
Rua Martinho de Mesquita 129, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is £64 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£64
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,154 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Windsor Oceanico
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Ferlho Suites Rio Centro
Ferlho Suites Rio Centro
3.5 out of 5
8923 Estr. dos Bandeirantes, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach and ...
Agradável.
"Foi muito agradável. Local tranquilo .Hotel limpo , café maravilhoso. Tudo funcionando. O que deixou um pouco a desejar foi a comunicação no local. Como pedir papel higiênico e demorou tanto que fomos embora. O demais. Foi ótimo."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2023

Ferlho Suites Rio Centro
Casa Branca 355
Casa Branca 355
3 out of 5
R. Gen. Ivo Soares, 355, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shopping Metropolitano Barra and Jeunesse Arena ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"Marcio é um excelente anfitrião, me senti em casa, espaço amplo, equipado, não senti falta de nada."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Casa Branca 355
FELIPPE D FREITAS
FELIPPE D FREITAS
3 out of 5
Avendia Sérgio Camargo, Bloco 02 Ap 305, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Jeunesse Arena ...
FELIPPE D FREITAS
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Popular places to visit

Olympic Park

Olympic Park

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Olympic Park during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Olympic Park
Jeunesse Arena

Jeunesse Arena

3/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Jeunesse Arena during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Jeunesse Arena
Posto 12

Posto 12

You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Posto 12. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Posto 12
Tijuca Lake

Tijuca Lake

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tijuca Lake during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Tijuca Lake
Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Copacabana Beach
Ipanema Beach showing a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(71 reviews)

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Ipanema Beach

Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

£91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

£25
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Unforgettable Boat Party

Unforgettable Boat Party

£32
per adult
Unforgettable Boat Party
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

£132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

£50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Picture 14 for Activity Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

£52
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
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Cities near Zona Oeste

Rio de Janeiro featuring general coastal views, mountains and a sunset

Rio de Janeiro