Recreio dos Bandeirantes Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Popular places to visit
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.
Posto 12
You can learn about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Posto 12. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Recreio Shopping Center
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Recreio Shopping Center during your stay in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Macumba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Macumba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Praia do Secreto
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Secreto during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Chico Mendes Municipal Park
Explore the great outdoors at Chico Mendes Municipal Park, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer
Meet the most challenging trail in Rio de Janeiro
Santa Teresa & Lapa with Tram Ride and Selarón Steps
Sugar Loaf & Skip the Line Christ Redeemer by Train w/Lunch
Semiprecious Gemstones Shopping Tour with Transfer
Top hotels in Recreio dos Bandeirantes
CDesign Hotel
Great customer service from very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
eSuites Hotel Recreio Shopping
Easy access to the shopping mall, friendly staff and excellent fitness facilities.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Atlântico Sul
Tudo no Hotel atlântico Sul é impecável! As instalações são excelentes, o atendimento com extremo zelo e simpatia são excelentes. A localização é excelente e o carinho com que fomos tratados é excepcional!
Reviewed on 8 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
Other neighbourhoods around Recreio dos Bandeirantes
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 Tijuca National Park and Corcovado.
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.
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.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
