Boa Viagem Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Niterói Contemporary Art Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Niterói Contemporary Art Museum in Niteroi. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage
Top hotels in Boa Viagem
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
No proper amenities No English staff Sink water over flowing
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Excellent hotel, has everything you need for a memorable vacation.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
The room was not clean, the bed was old with a lot of torn and stains, the sheets had stains, the towel was very old and in bad shape, there was mold in the bathroom, no service in the room like water, the door was stuck and I need help to opened. The breakfast was not good at all.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Lagune Barra Hotel
Great room, a little remote. Staff was great
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Rio Othon Palace
Brilliant location. Nice hotel. A real bargain. Great staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Room was tiny (as expected right here on the beach) but spotless. Most of all, the location is incredible, and the staff incredibly helpful. We had many hours after checking out of our room while waiting the airport, and the staff let us continue to use all the hotel amenities, including the incredible ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Boa Viagem
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.
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 Laranjeiras Stadium, and jump on the metro at Funicular RioArte Tram Station to get around the city.
