Zona Norte
Travel Guide
Visit Zona Norte
Where to stay in Zona Norte
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.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
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.
Galeão
If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.
Méier
When in Méier, you can plan a visit to Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos and Shopping Tijuca, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vila Isabel
Though Vila Isabel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Shopping Center Boulevard Rio Iguatemi and Shopping Tijuca.
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
KS Residence
Great option for a self-catering apartment in the quiet neighborhood of Jardim Oceânico, Barra da Tijuca. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and shops. An excellent choice if you're looking for the comfort of a self-catering apartment combined with hotel-style services, including daily cleaning ...
Reviewed on 3 Aug, 2025
Apart Hotel Ayrton Senna Barra da Tijuca
Apart hotel Barra First
Apartamento está antigo e precisando de manutenção. Pia do banheiro entupida, descarga do vaso sanitário estava ruim (tinha até um desentupidor ao lado do vaso pra usar), apareceu barata e cheiro forte de apartamento fechado. Fora dos padrões de outros apartamentos que já fiquei na região na mesma ...
Reviewed on 12 Oct, 2025
Popular places to visit
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
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.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
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.
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
