Eldorado Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

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.

Copacabana Beach
Corcovado featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

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

Christ the Redeemer
Ipanema Beach featuring a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

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

Ipanema Beach
Flamengo 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.

Flamengo Beach
Recreio dos Bandeirantes 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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views

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.

Maracanã Stadium

Activities

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

AU$195
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Picture 14 for Activity Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

AU$107
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

AU$57
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

AU$281
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

AU$107
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
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Our pick of the best Eldorado Hotel Deals

Sítio Maricá

Sítio Maricá

3 out of 5
Rio de Janeiro, Marica, RJ
Stay at this 3-star spa vacation home in Marica. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Ponta Negra ...
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Sítio Maricá
Hotel Village Icaraí

Hotel Village Icaraí

3 out of 5
Rua Mariz e Barros, 97, Travessa João Francisco da Mata, Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$96 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$96
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (375 reviews)
"Hotel muito bom e super confortável!! Reparei que é acessível para pessoas pcd e funcionários alegres e atenciosos."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Hotel Village Icaraí
Samba Itaboraí

Samba Itaboraí

3 out of 5
Av. Vinte e Dois de Maio, 3126, Itaborai
The price is AU$76 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$76
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Itaborai. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
7.6/10 Good! (191 reviews)
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"The air conditioning was terrible. It got very cold, but any attempt to make it comfortable just made it hot. The display never turns off unless you turn off the air, so it was illuminating the entire room. Another unit was above the bathroom and that had flashing yellow lights that wouldn’t stop ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

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Solar do Amanhecer

Solar do Amanhecer

3.5 out of 5
Av. Prefeito Silvio Picanço, 839, Charitas, Niteroi
The price is AU$106 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$106
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Sugar Loaf Mountain ...
Solar do Amanhecer
Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

3 out of 5
R. Joaquim Távora 54, Niteroi, RJ
The price is AU$142 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$142
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Flamengo Beach are ...
Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
Icaraí Praia Hotel

Icaraí Praia Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua Belisario Augusto, 21, Icarai, Niteroi, RJ
The price is AU$120 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$120
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Flamengo Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (359 reviews)
"Friendly staff and good location."

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Eldorado

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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
Sugar Loaf Mountain which includes a sunset and mountains

Urca

You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Urca. You might want to make time for a stop at Sugarloaf Cable Car or Morro da Urca.

Urca
Museum of Modern Art showing interior views

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.

Glória
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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 Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.

Flamengo
Lapa showing street scenes and a 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.

Lapa

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