Boa Viagem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Niterói Contemporary Art Museum in Niteroi. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
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
Famous the world over for the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer at its summit, this mountain peak is one of the top attractions in Rio.
Ipanema Beach
Join the crowds of sun-worshippers at this world-famous beach, the epitome of Rio’s outdoor lifestyle.
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.
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.
Activities
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket
Entrance to the Giant Route of Rio DE Janeiro
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Our pick of the best Boa Viagem Hotel Deals
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Staff I would say is the most valuable asset of this place, shout out to Mr. Guillherme, the Tour Concierge, he was always so eager to assist us always with a great smile and we felt he went above and beyond with his service.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Arpoador
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Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Great staff, Great location
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Astoria Ipanema (antigo Mar Ipanema)
There was a huge coachorage in my bathroom and after I hardly killed that oneand couldn’t sleep I saw another one next day. I asked them to change my room and they said they can’t and they don’t have any room. After I insisted so hard they accepted and all of a suddeb there was another room. I know ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
We stayed in the executive level so had access to the executive lounge. Which was nice but quite small. The bathrooms were a little old. Some staff were excellent, some not quite so keen to help. Very good breakfasts! The Hilton is quite a big and busy hotel but very well located
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O quarto tinha cheiro de inseticida, barata morta no quarto, café da manhã não tinha quase nada de opção .
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Boa Viagem
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 Selarón Steps.
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 Flamengo Beach and Guanabara Bay, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
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.
