Cavalcanti Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
![Copacabana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64342-Copacabana-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Corcovado featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64404-Corcovado-Christo-Redentor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
![Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/688440fbeb0b54ddc2369be867623152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Ipanema Beach featuring a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64351-Ipanema-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
![Avenida Atlantica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/183000/183584-Avenida-Atlantica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
![Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64293-Rio-De-Janeiro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Activities
![Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758700/9ce63485-06f8-4a72-b7a6-78559b4d63c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
![Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4864715/aaaa69f9-efe1-48ca-9c74-5e931f6cb366.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
![From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44641355/06191398-8827-4af4-81af-14e36df60fc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Rio de Janeiro: Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch
![Caves and Waterfalls Hiking Tour: Tijuca Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1040145/8c6c8dd5-f69e-4fb4-aa9d-e18cdb497246.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rio: Caves and Waterfalls Adventure in Tijuca Forest
![Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer Statue](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/212858/aa49870d-1992-48a4-bce5-bcf2f6636613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Our pick of the best Cavalcanti Hotel Deals
![Hotel Atlântico Rio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7050000/7041600/7041556/39e48591_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 19 Oct. 2024
![Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4110000/4100200/4100177/7618e395_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024
![Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7130/32611b96_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024
![Hotel Atlantico Business Centro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4316400/4316320/e5086585_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 19 Oct. 2024
![Hotel Atlântico Prime](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12798500/12798475/01c2a511_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Dec. 2024
![Américas Granada Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4440000/4432100/4432046/8537341c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Cavalcanti
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Corcovado which includes general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36859-Corcovado-Christo-Redentor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Jacarepagua
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.
![Santa Teresa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191427-Santa-Teresa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Mirante Dona Marta, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
![Rio de Janeiro](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191615-Museu-Do-Amanh-.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Lapa which includes a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64363-Lapa.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.