Botafogo Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Pasmado Viewpoint
You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a trip to Pasmado Viewpoint. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Rio Sul Shopping Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Mall during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Rio Sul Shopping Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rio Sul Shopping Center during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Praia de Botafogo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Botafogo during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Botafogo Praia Shopping
You can do some window-shopping at Botafogo Praia Shopping during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Campus Praia Vermelha
Walk around the campus at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Campus Praia Vermelha during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
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
Aqua Rio + Olympic Boulevard Tour - Rio de Janeiro by Pepe Rio Tours
Top hotels in Botafogo
Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Very clean, staff were very courteous and attentive. The hotel smells amazing. Breakfast was delicious. Reception staff spoke English and were always very friendly. The staff that did not speak English were very patient with me using google translate. Also love the 24/7 security.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 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
Regency Barra Hotel
Absolutely wonderful stay, the rooms are very clean and staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The staff was very accommodating with the language barriers we had. The restaurant staff was one if the best, especially the young gentleman that served us, he was so helpful and friendly. Wish I could ...
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Botafogo
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.
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.
Leme
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leme. A stop by Copacabana Beach or Praia do Leme might round out your trip.
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
