Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara
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
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Staff was excellent!!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
La piscina en el rooftop muy bonita, al igual que las vistas. Habitación cómoda, limpia y bien mantenida. Personal muy amable y servicial. Ubicación inmejorable frente a la playa. Room service toda la noche, muy conveniente. ¡Lo recomiendo!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Beautiful hotel on the Copacabana beach.
Reviewed on 23 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
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara
Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Santa Barbara Travel Guide
- Copacabana Beach
- Ipanema Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Maracanã Stadium
- Avenida Atlantica
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Shopping Tijuca
- Arpoador Beach
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Arcos da Lapa
- Flamengo Park
- Plaza Shopping Niteroi
- Corcovado
- Shopping Downtown
- Ilha Da Gigoia
- Sao Conrado Beach
- Shopping de Gavea
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Marina da Glória
