Zona Norte
Travel Guide
Visit Zona Norte
Where to stay in Zona Norte
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.
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.
Maracanã
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.
Galeão
If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.
Vila Isabel
Though Vila Isabel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Shopping Center Boulevard Rio Iguatemi and Shopping Tijuca.
Méier
When in Méier, you can plan a visit to Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos and Shopping Tijuca, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Saionara Hotel
Just stayed 1 night.
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
Extremely friendly staff & breakfast nice
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Amazing hotel little far from the many places but worth it for the money.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
360 Rio Santos Dumont
Good
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Nice spot in Copacabana
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
At the of the hall our wifi was weak. Otherwise a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2015
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.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day
Rio de Janeiro: Football Game Ticket with Guide and a Drink
Rio de Janeiro: Flamengo Museum Ticket Entrance
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