Porto Maravilha Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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Popular places to visit
Museum of Tomorrow
Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.
Mauá Square
You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a trip to Mauá Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Rio Art Museum
Spread across a historic building and a modern construction, connected by a canopy roof structure, this art museum exhibits an eclectic range of Brazilian art.
Boulevard Olimpico
Explore the great outdoors at Boulevard Olimpico, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
AquaRio
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at AquaRio during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Pedra do Sal
Explore the great outdoors at Pedra do Sal and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day
Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio
Top hotels in Porto Maravilha
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
Clean and friendly staff. Did not allow early check in and check in time was over an hour when it was time. Room was small but great
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
My stay was satisfactory and met my expectations. There was value in booking at this hotel. The location is ideal for tourist activities around Centro.
Reviewed on 21 May 2025
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
Very clean room that was kept clean on daily basis. Staff very helpgul & friendly
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
10/10 would do it again
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Excellent!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Porto Maravilha
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
