Várzea das Mocas Travel Guide
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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.
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)
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio
Top hotels in Várzea das Mocas
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
Hotel Atlântico Rio
The room was clean enough and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Windsor Florida Hotel
Everything is fine at the hotel and excellent location, it’s near the metro, shopping and groceries. The bad part is the internet, very poor WiFi signal.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Staff was excellent!!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
The hotel looks nice on the internet but the area it’s located in a street with deteriorated building and it’s best you don’t walk at night alone .
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Várzea das Mocas
Icarai
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Icarai. You might want to make time for a stop at Icarai Beach or Guanabara Bay.
Urca
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Urca. You might want to make time for a stop at Sugarloaf Cable Car or Vermelha Beach.
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.
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.
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.
