Urca
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Sugarloaf Cable Car
You can take time to visit Sugarloaf Cable Car during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches 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.
Things to do
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Observation Wheel Ticket
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro: Flamengo Museum Ticket Entrance
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
Rio de Janeiro: Little Africa Heritage Walking Tour
Top hotels in Urca
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025
Américas Granada Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Boutique Hotel Castelinho
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
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.
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