Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
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
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Top hotels in Méier
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
Room amenities adequate, including a safe, a fridge, proper lighting, enough plug in outlets. Bathroom was clean but space is tight. Breakfast is adequate but it is the same everyday. Staff doesn't really clean the placemats on the table, they just remove the dirty dishes and left the table untouched, ...
Reviewed on 10 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
Other neighbourhoods around Méier
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.
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.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Laranjeiras
Well liked for its monuments and parks, Laranjeiras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tijuca National Park and Largo do Machado, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station 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.
