Prados Verdes Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
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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.
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.
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.
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)
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
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
Top hotels in Prados Verdes
Lagune Barra Hotel
Amazing hotel, modern and clean. Staff were all friendly and fun. Loved the breakfast selection as well.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Great
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro
Friendly staff, clean room, great location
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Américas Barra Hotel
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
CDesign Hotel
The pool at the terrace and the friendly staff. We dined at the hotel, we used the beach amenities and everything was perfect! Location is beautiful if you prefer to stay far away from midtown and the crowded copacabana beaches.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
SQUARE DESIGN HOTEL
Simplesmente inesquecível!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Prados Verdes
Barra de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Barra de Guaratiba Beach or Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
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.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
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.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
