Montevideo 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.
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.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
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
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Our pick of the best Montevideo Hotel Deals
Linx Galeão by Wish
Room was clean, staff was courteous. However, the cost of a tiny bottle of water for $1.50 US was outrageous.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Nova America
Everything was fairly good enough.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
Yes
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hotel Caracas Rio
Neighborhood is not bad
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
The stay was overall good and close proximity to airport.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America
Good
Reviewed on 19 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Montevideo
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
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.
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.
Santa Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around 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 Selarón Steps.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Tijuca National Park and Corcovado.
