Recreio dos Bandeirantes Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
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
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Garganta do Céu and Waterfall hike in Pedra da Gávea
Semiprecious Gemstones Shopping Tour with Transfer
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter tour 45 min - Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro: Helicopter tour on the beaches - 15 min
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Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
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.
Barra da Tijuca
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.
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.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
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.
Leblon
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.
- Places of interest
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- Recreio Shopping Center
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Flamengo Beach
- Avenida Atlantica
- Maracanã Stadium
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Copacabana Fort
- Pepe Beach
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Jeunesse Arena
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Arcos da Lapa
- Leblon Beach
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall