Itaipu 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
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Aqua Rio + Olympic Boulevard Tour - Rio de Janeiro by Pepe Rio Tours
Our pick of the best Itaipu Hotel Deals
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Ocean view is awesome
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Staff was great. Room was nice. Price was reasonable. The breakfast was top notch. We were here for work and I'd consider bringing my wife back for a vacation trip. Totally recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Clean, safe and excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Loved the rooftop pool/bar
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Reclamei 3 vezes de um vazamento no teto do banheiro, falaram as 3 vezes que alguém iria verificar e não apareceu ninguém. Simplesmente a noite, era uma pingacao de água no forro do teto do banheiro até amanhecer, e a água pingando no banheiro, onde não sabia se era água limpa ou água suja.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Itaipu
Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.
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.
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 Sugar Loaf Mountain.
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.
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.
