Itaipu Travel Guide

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Copacabana Beach

4/5(26 reviews)

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.

Copacabana Beach
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Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Christ the Redeemer
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Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.

Ipanema Beach
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Maracanã Stadium

3/5(5 reviews)

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.

Maracanã Stadium
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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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
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Sugar Loaf Mountain

5/5(17 reviews)

For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.

Sugar Loaf Mountain

Activities

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Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

AU$63
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
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Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

AU$162
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
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Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

AU$76
Per adult
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
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Our pick of the best Itaipu Hotel Deals

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Prime
4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$45 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$45
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,296 reviews)
"Boutique hotel close to the harbour and walking distance to dining areas and a few sightseeing spots"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2023

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$395 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$395
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We liked the property. It was close to the ocean and hearing the ocean rise and fall was wonderful for sleeping and meditation. I did not like being placed on the 20th floor of the hotel. I'm aversive to heights. The room was fine and we had a partial view of the ocean. But we also had a good view ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Hotel Atlântico Rio
3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$64 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$64
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Ipanema Beach and Copacabana ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Hotel Atlântico Rio
Windsor Plaza Copacabana
Windsor Plaza Copacabana
4 out of 5
Ave Princesa Isabel 263 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$106 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$106
per night
27 May - 28 May
Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge).
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Noisy,,,"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Windsor Plaza Copacabana
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica 1702, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$756 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$756
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"What a gorgeous property yet vintage with all the modern appeal."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 1020, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$268 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
AU$268
per night
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was nice but the staff wasn’t responsive. The pull out need didn’t have any sheets and there were none to be found in the room. I tried calling housekeeping and front desk several times but nobody answered. Finally I went down and asked in person and the assured me they’d sent someone up. ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
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Other neighbourhoods around Itaipu

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Icarai

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.

Icarai
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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.

Leme
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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.

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Gloria

You might enjoy the museums while in Gloria. 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.

Gloria
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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.

Catete
Lapa which includes a city and street scenes

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.

Lapa

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