Lagoa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
After visiting CASV Visa Applicant Service Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Gávea Hippodrome
You can take time to visit Gávea Hippodrome during your travels to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Parque da Catacumba
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Parque da Catacumba. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa
If Centro Pediátrico da Lagoa is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rio de Janeiro.
Mirante do Sacopã
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Mirante do Sacopã. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Entrance to the Giant Route of Rio DE Janeiro
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Our pick of the best Lagoa Hotel Deals
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Convenient
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
I was fortunate to get this booking at the last moment and I found the hotel to surpass my expectations with cleanliness friendliness three meal a day restaurant gymnasium
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
Amazing hotel, modern and clean. Staff were all friendly and fun. Loved the breakfast selection as well.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Room was tiny (as expected right here on the beach) but spotless. Most of all, the location is incredible, and the staff incredibly helpful. We had many hours after checking out of our room while waiting the airport, and the staff let us continue to use all the hotel amenities, including the incredible ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lagoa
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
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.
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.
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.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tijuca National Park and Laranjeiras Stadium, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
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 Vermelha Beach.
