Santa Rosa 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.
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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.
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 Santa Rosa
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.
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.
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.
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 Park, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
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.
Urca
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Urca. You might want to make time for a stop at Sugarloaf Cable Car or Vermelha Beach.
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Flamengo Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Maracanã Stadium
- Avenida Atlantica
- Copacabana Fort
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Pepe Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Arcos da Lapa
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden