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.
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.
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
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day
Top hotels in Icarai
Regency Barra Hotel
It’s amazing hotel. Nice views to the beach from the pool and friendly giys at fron desk
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 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
This is a great hotel to vacation at while in Brazil. The staff were courteous. The room was clean on a consistent basis. The restaurants in the hotel served good food as well. Location was central to a lot of things in the area. I would definitely stay here again if I come back to Brazil.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Hotel staff was wonderful. Nicolas at the reception was very helpful and accommodating, Leonardo at the restaurant remembered what we wanted to drink and was so kind and attentive during our stay, Matheus, the bell boy, was very helpful and Pedro, at the pool bar, was friendly and provided us an ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Room clean , bath tub old with a lot of discoloration and wornout areas. Great location. Buffet breakfast decent not fantastic. Heavy on bread and less on other options . Check in process can be speeded up a bit .
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Icarai
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. 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.
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.
Urca
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Urca. You might want to make time for a stop at Sugarloaf Cable Car or Vermelha Beach.
