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.
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.
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.
Catacumba Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Catacumba Park, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Rio: Tijuca Forest Small Group Hike to Caves and Waterfalls
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
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 Lagoa Hotel Deals
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
This hotel is truly wonderful. The breakfast was delicious and with lots of options. The staff was very professional and genuinely kind. Also, the beach and mountain view were breathtaking. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Brilliant breakfast, great location on the beachfront. Nice to have beach umbrellas available too
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Hotel ok, but the room in the 10th floor was very noise as the window glas is not noise cancelling. The rooftop bar is great.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Loved my room thanks to Mr Wellington (front desk). Loved the proximity to the beach and convenient location to everything.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Astoria Ipanema (antigo Mar Ipanema)
Wasn’t there long but the staff, rooms and location where great
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
They were able to keep our bags on our last day so we could spend one last day in town for free
Reviewed on 25 Mar 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 Rua Barata Ribeiro 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.
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Flamengo
Well liked for its beaches and breweries, Flamengo is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Catete Palace and Flamengo Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.
