Recreio dos Bandeirantes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Posto 12
You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Posto 12. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Recreio Shopping Center
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Recreio Shopping Center during your stay in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Macumba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Macumba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Praia do Secreto
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Secreto during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Casa do Pontal Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Casa do Pontal Museum during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Activities
Sugarloaf Mountain and City Tour with Metropolitan Cathedral
Sugar Loaf & Skip the Line Christ Redeemer by Train w/Lunch
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Half-Day Christ Redeemer with Santa Teresa & Selaron Steps
Christ the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps
Our pick of the best Recreio dos Bandeirantes Hotel Deals
CDesign Hotel
Great customer service from very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
eSuites Hotel Recreio Shopping
Easy access to the shopping mall, friendly staff and excellent fitness facilities.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Atlântico Sul
Tudo no Hotel atlântico Sul é impecável! As instalações são excelentes, o atendimento com extremo zelo e simpatia são excelentes. A localização é excelente e o carinho com que fomos tratados é excepcional!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Friendly staff, beautiful place, spa is amazing.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Our room was great, clean, and spacious with a clear view of the ocean. The staff is awesome and super attentive. The breakfast is also well worth it as part of the package. This was our second time staying at Miramar. We will absolutely be back!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
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.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
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.
