Catete Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
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Other neighbourhoods around Catete
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.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Largo do Machado and Tijuca National Park, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
Glória
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.
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 Arcos da Lapa or Selarón Steps.
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.
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Maracanã Stadium
- Flamengo Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Copacabana Fort
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Jeunesse Arena
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Leblon Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Pepe Beach
- Arcos da Lapa
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon