Alto da Boa Vista
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Alto da Boa Vista
Popular places to visit
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Corcovado
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Corcovado during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Tijuca National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tijuca National Park, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Vista Chinesa
Learn about the local history of Rio de Janeiro when you spend time at Vista Chinesa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
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
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Top hotels in Alto da Boa Vista
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Issues we had with this "5-star" hotel: 1. The check-in process is laboriously slow; 4 people ahead of me and it took more than an hour to get through with 2 people handling checkin. Had to fill out the same personal information that was provided when I booked. Total waste of time. 2. The water in ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Everything and everyone fantastic! Only thing you guys need more attention to cleanliness of pool area including pool, you need someone to act as pool boy and clean and take care of water inside pool every day , specially a pool this small. It’s wonderful but its dirty.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Rio Othon Palace
For the price I was expecting to find the property in better conditions. It was still pretty good, but a few items could have been better, like the air conditioning wasn’t turning down or up, it was always the same intensity. We also had a couple of issues with the safe, bit these were taken care ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast variety is good. Staff excellent, very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hotel Astoria Ipanema (antigo Mar Ipanema)
There was a huge coachorage in my bathroom and after I hardly killed that oneand couldn’t sleep I saw another one next day. I asked them to change my room and they said they can’t and they don’t have any room. After I insisted so hard they accepted and all of a suddeb there was another room. I know ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
They were able to keep our bags on our last day so we could spend one last day in town for free
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alto da Boa Vista
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.
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.
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.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Rua Farme de Amoedo and Posto 9. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
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.
