Cosme Velho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro, featuring the cityscape, Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, and the coastline.
A panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro, featuring Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, and the cityscape.
A historic building with blue and yellow facades, arched doorways, and a cobblestone courtyard.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with colorful, historic buildings, some with balconies and vegetation growing on them.

Stay near popular Cosme Velho attractions

Corcovado Train

You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Corcovado Train. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Activities

Daylong Excursion to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour

NZ$140
per adult
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden

Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden

NZ$110
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
Sugar Loaf Mountain with cable car

The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

NZ$228
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill
Guanabara Bay view

Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro

NZ$21
per adult
Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf

Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf

NZ$220
per adult
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Rio de Janeiro: Shared Transfer to Vila Abrão

Rio de Janeiro: Shared Transfer to Vila do Abraão (Ilha Grande)

NZ$84
per adult
Rio de Janeiro: Shared Transfer to Vila do Abraão (Ilha Grande)
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Our pick of the best Cosme Velho Hotel Deals

Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário

Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário

3 out of 5
Beco do Boticário Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$87 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$87
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (751 reviews)
"I’m not a hotel or hostel kind of guy but I was delighted by the place, its staff, the ambience and the wonderful breakfasts. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário
Hotel Atlântico Avenida

Hotel Atlântico Avenida

3 out of 5
Av. Rio Branco 33 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$39 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$39
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer ...
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel Monte Alegre

3 out of 5
Rua Riachuelo, 213 - Lapa Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$59 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$59
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
Hotel Monte Alegre
Hotel Atlântico Prime

Hotel Atlântico Prime

4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$67 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$67
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 ...
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Rio

Hotel Atlântico Rio

3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$103 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$103
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,425 reviews)
"Hotel its ok"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Hotel Atlântico Rio
Boutique Hotel Castelinho

Boutique Hotel Castelinho

3.5 out of 5
R. Triunfo 38 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$172 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$172
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Great place and laid back. Highly recommend eating the appetizers!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Boutique Hotel Castelinho
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Our guide on where to stay in Cosme Velho

Find the best Cosme Velho areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain and beach.

Copacabana

Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

Ipanema

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and mountains in the background.

Barra da Tijuca

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

Cosme Velho Travel Guide

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