Maria Paula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Maria Paula
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.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
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
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Tropical Carnival Show - Brazilian Rhythms and Roots
Other neighbourhoods around Maria Paula
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.
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.
Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Arcos da Lapa or Fundição Progresso.
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.
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.
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.
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Avenida Atlantica
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Arcos da Lapa
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Marina da Glória
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Sugarloaf Cable Car
- Shopping de Gavea
- Sao Conrado Beach