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.
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.
Christ the Redeemer
You can learn more about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you visit a top site such as Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets 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.
Top hotels in Cidade Universitária
Regency Barra Hotel
I love this place … I’ll back
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
The room could have been cleaner. The sheets on the bed had blood stains. The sheet was clean but stained.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
The room was very clean and the staff was phenomenal.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlantico Copacabana
Good
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cidade Universitária
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Municipal Theater 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.
Catete
You might enjoy the beaches while in Catete. Largo do Machado is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to see more of the city.
Cidade Universitária Travel Guide
- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
- UFRJ Technology Park
- Museu da Geodiversidade
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Avenida Atlantica
- Maracanã Stadium
- Shopping Tijuca
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Arpoador Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Arcos da Lapa
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Flamengo Park
- Plaza Shopping Niteroi
- Corcovado
- Sao Conrado Beach
