Marica Centro 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

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

AU$187
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes

Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Rio Boat Tour

Rio Boat Tour

AU$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio Boat Tour
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

AU$36
per adult
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Picture 5 for Activity Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future

Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future

AU$48
per adult
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

AU$43
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
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Our pick of the best Marica Centro 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
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The price is AU$105 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$105
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (379 reviews)
"Hotel muito bom e super confortável!! Reparei que é acessível para pessoas pcd e funcionários alegres e atenciosos."

Reviewed on 16 June 2025

Hotel Village Icaraí
Niterói Palace Hotel

Niterói Palace Hotel

3 out of 5
134 Rua General Andrade Neves, Niteroi, RJ
The price is AU$99 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$99
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Flamengo Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (205 reviews)
"Staff are awesome. Ladies deliver the best service at breakfast with a smile."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Niterói Palace Hotel
Samba Itaboraí

Samba Itaboraí

3 out of 5
Av. Vinte e Dois de Maio, 3126, Itaborai
The price is AU$96 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$96
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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! (194 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

Samba Itaboraí
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 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$106
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (490 reviews)
"Great location. Good breakfast"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Solar do Amanhecer
H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Dr Paulo Alves 14, Niteroi, RJ
The price is AU$189 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$189
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (858 reviews)
Happy Guess
"I've been at the H a few times and I love the service, the great view, delicious breakfast but the staff, they are the spotlight, always really friendly and cordial. Thank you."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

H Niteroi Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Marica Centro

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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 Sugar Loaf Mountain.

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
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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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

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