Gamboa Travel Guide

Rio de Janeiro

Gamboa

Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Copacabana Beach

4.5/5(132 reviews)

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 which includes religious aspects, a sunset and a statue or sculpture

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(93 reviews)

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Christ the Redeemer
Ipanema Beach showing a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(71 reviews)

Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.

Ipanema Beach
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

3.5/5(8 reviews)

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
Flamengo Beach

Flamengo Beach

4/5(23 reviews)

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
Sugar Loaf Mountain which includes mountains and a sunset

Sugar Loaf Mountain

4.5/5(92 reviews)

For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.

Sugar Loaf Mountain

Top hotels in Gamboa

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ₹16,472 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
₹16,472
₹20,504 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Loved it so much that I extended my stay!"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 1020, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ₹13,032 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
₹13,032
₹15,247 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were great. On hand whenever anything was needed."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 3668 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ₹12,656 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
₹12,656
₹14,618 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,108 reviews)
"Classy all round"

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
5 out of 5
Av. Niemeyer, 769, Sao Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The price is ₹11,308 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
₹11,308
₹11,873 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Everything was perfect in the hotel besides one minor issue. The wifi would not work when i would enter my room. So other than that everything was great! Great staff, amazing food at the hotel. I definitely felt safe and secure. Will be coming back !"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Prime
4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ₹2,661 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
₹2,661
₹2,795 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,225 reviews)
A Wonderful Stay at Hotel Atlântico Prime!
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Atlântico Prime, and I can honestly say it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the modern, stylish décor and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff at the hotel truly made the difference. Every team member ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica 1702, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is ₹48,159 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹48,159
₹55,818 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Best place to stay in Rio
"Best place to stay on Copacabana and Ipanema. We started off at JW Marriott and that was so bad we paid the big difference and stayed here. Worth every penny. Everything here on point. Great staff. Great breakfast. Would return in a heartbeat"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
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Other neighbourhoods around Gamboa

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

4/5(19 area reviews)

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.

Rio de Janeiro Centro
Lapa which includes a city and street scenes

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.

Lapa
Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

4/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Santa Teresa
Museum of Modern Art showing interior views

Glória

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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
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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.

Catete
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Laranjeiras

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Largo do Machado and Tijuca National Park, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.

Laranjeiras

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