Lagoa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
Parque da Catacumba
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Parque da Catacumba. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
After visiting CASV Visa Applicant Service Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Gávea Hippodrome
You can take time to visit Gávea Hippodrome during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Mirante do Sacopã
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Mirante do Sacopã. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa
If Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rio de Janeiro.
Activities
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Our pick of the best Lagoa Hotel Deals
Regency Barra Hotel
It’s amazing hotel. Nice views to the beach from the pool and friendly giys at fron desk
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
The room could have been cleaner. The sheets on the bed had blood stains. The sheet was clean but stained.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
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Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
We loved our stay at the Miramar by Windsor Copacabana. The staff was incredible—attentive, helpful, and always with the best attitude. Something we really appreciated is that they don’t try to charge extra for every little request, like many other hotels do. Needed adapters? They lent them to us ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lagoa
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.
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.
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.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tijuca National Park and Largo do Machado, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
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 Vermelha Beach.
