Cidade Universitária Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Copacabana Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Christ the Redeemer
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a stop at Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Ipanema Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Ipanema Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Maracanã Stadium
Catch an event at Maracanã Stadium during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Avenida Atlantica
After visiting Avenida Atlantica, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in Cidade Universitária
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Nice hotel but need a little fixing on the beach side. Helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Happy place to stay
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
People seemed cool. I stayed to myself. I had my privacy.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Great place to stay, friendly staff, cleanliness is great.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
My Favorite Hotel In Rio Best Value For The Money Paid Excellent Views Stellar Customer Service Convenient Location
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Rio Othon Palace
This hotel is extremely dated. The smell of the hallways were terrible. The rooms were very old and outdated. They had to change my room about three times because there was mode in the first round where the air conditioner was the second round the mold was in the bathroom. The drapes were very stain. ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cidade Universitária
Maracanã
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.
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.
Santa Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.
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.
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.
