Urca Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sugar Loaf Mountain
For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.
Sugarloaf Cable Car
You can take time to visit Sugarloaf Cable Car during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Museu de Ciências da Terra
In this fascinating museum many thousands of artifacts provide a comprehensive overview of the geological and paleontological history of Brazil.
Pista Claudio Coutinho
Stunning coastal views, wildlife spotting and access to Sugarloaf Mountain make this one of the most popular walking trails in Río.
Morro da Urca
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Morro da Urca during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Praia de Fora
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Fora during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar
Rio de Janeiro: Highlights Tour by Helicopter
Rio de Janeiro: Unforgettable Sunset Boat Tour
Sugarloaf Mountain and City Tour with Metropolitan Cathedral
Sunset Experience - Christ, Selarón and Sunset at Sugarloaf
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Other neighbourhoods around Urca
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
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.
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Sugarloaf Cable Car
- Pista Claudio Coutinho
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Avenida Atlantica
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Jeunesse Arena
- Leblon Beach
- Pepe Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden