Iguaçu Velho Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Iguaçu Velho
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
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 Iguaçu Velho
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
The beds were extremely comfortable - all that really matters when you have a flight to catch and sleep to catch up on!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Linx Galeão by Wish
Front Desk was excellent 👌 they received us with an smile and courtesy after we arrived from a late flight. The room was clean and very nice. They were attentive and professionals.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Nova America
Staff was very friendly and the room was good for an afternoon rest & shower before the next flight. No thrills, just the basics. It was clean, and the air conditioner made all the difference for a long nap.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
Very clean room. Shampoo and body wash in the shower.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America
Good
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Casa Branca 355
Marcio é um excelente anfitrião, me senti em casa, espaço amplo, equipado, não senti falta de nada.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Iguaçu Velho
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
