Ampliação Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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.

Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus 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.

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.

Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Things to do

Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ

Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro

Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Top hotels in Ampliação

Hotel Village Icaraí
"I would like to thank the desk attendant Fernanda for being so professional, friendly and helpful. Also, Jonathan and Alvaro were very polite."
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Icaraí Praia Hotel
"The front desk people was VERY KIND and COMPETENT. Great location! Very close to Icarai beach , Pharmacy, stores and small restaurants."
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Solar do Amanhecer

Petit Village Icarai
"Pretty good"
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Mansão de Pirah

Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
"The internet inside the room never worked!! I need to be close the room’s door. They don’t have amenities in the bathroom. The breakfast was poor, the service was slow, so you needed to wait for hot water, or fruit or the eggs!!!"
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ampliação

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.

Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo 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.

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 Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Largo do Guimarães and Selarón Steps, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
