Gavea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit
Shopping de Gavea
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Shopping de Gavea during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy the student vibe at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro as part of your travels around Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Clínica São Vicente
If Clínica São Vicente is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rio de Janeiro.
Planetário
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Planetário. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Instituto Moreira Salles
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Instituto Moreira Salles during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
City Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore City Park, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities

Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes

Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Full-Day Tour

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

Rio de Janeiro: Little Africa Heritage Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Gavea Hotel Deals

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 Gavea

Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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.

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.

São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
- Shopping de Gavea
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Jeunesse Arena
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Pepe Beach