Cruzeiro Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sugar Loaf Mountain during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Cruzeiro
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
Regency Barra Hotel
It’s amazing hotel. Nice views to the beach from the pool and friendly giys at fron desk
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
This is a great hotel to vacation at while in Brazil. The staff were courteous. The room was clean on a consistent basis. The restaurants in the hotel served good food as well. Location was central to a lot of things in the area. I would definitely stay here again if I come back to Brazil.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
The hotel looks nice on the internet but the area it’s located in a street with deteriorated building and it’s best you don’t walk at night alone .
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Nice hotel with clean, small and very basic rooms. Friendly staff and good buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cruzeiro
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.
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.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
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.
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.
Cruzeiro Travel Guide
- Christ the Redeemer
- Maracanã Stadium
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Shopping Tijuca
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Arcos da Lapa
- Flamengo Park
- Corcovado
- Shopping Downtown
- Ilha Da Gigoia
- Sao Conrado Beach
- Shopping de Gavea
- Posto 12
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Marina da Glória
- Tijuca Lake
- Windsor Convention & Expo Center
