Catete Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
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.
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.
Activities
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Rio de Janeiro: Little Africa Heritage Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Catete Hotel Deals
Royal Regency Palace Hotel
Reviewed on 17 May 2025
Petit Rio Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025
Samba Rio 1900
Reviewed on 27 Dec. 2024
Scorial Rio Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Catete
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.
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.
Santa Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
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.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Jeunesse Arena
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Pepe Beach
- Arcos da Lapa
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Marina da Glória