Caixa d'Água Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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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
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
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.
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
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)
Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Caixa d'Água
Lagune Barra Hotel
The staff are okay the service was okay the problem was mainly the condition of the hotel the upstairs sauna smoke was going all over the floor the hallways were dripping... the elevators and hallways smelled like strong cleaning products but we smelled also burnt food and the bathroom in our ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
The hotel pool area is large and has plenty of lounge chairs. The staff is lively and professional. The restaurants are very good. We especially loved the breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Regency Barra Hotel
Very good
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Windsor Oceanico
Just ok
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Wyndham Rio Barra
The room wasn’t in the best condition, certainly dated. I had to wait 3 hours to check in after check in time of 3pm. Overall it wasn’t a bad stay.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Caixa d'Água
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.
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.
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.
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.
