Title: Visit Portuguesa: Best of Portuguesa, Rio de Janeiro Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

[Hotels in Portuguesa](https://expedia.ca/Portuguesa-Hotels.d553248635318222646.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Portuguesa Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Portuguesa.d553248635318222646.Car-Rental-Guide)[Portuguesa Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Portuguesa.d553248635318222646.Destination-Travel-Guides)

# Portuguesa

## Rio de Janeiro

## Visit Portuguesa

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Rio de Janeiro travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rio-de-Janeiro.dx178301)

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### Popular places to visit

![Copacabana Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/e5cac5b6-428d-4a6a-8dd1-aaa57aa140c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Copacabana-Beach-Copacabana.d6004817.Vacation-Attraction)

![Corcovado showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502459/257a5a3b-1335-4e25-bdc8-cae983fd96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Christ-The-Redeemer-Alto-da-Boa-Vista.d502459.Vacation-Attraction)

![Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061529/7f6c0559-1cb1-45d4-88fd-77edb983d342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Avenida Atlantica

Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

[](https://expedia.ca/Avenida-Atlantica-Copacabana.d6061534.Vacation-Attraction)

![Ipanema Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/cda01e16-e017-4555-8e6b-6ca736abd4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ipanema Beach

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

[](https://expedia.ca/Ipanema-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061510.Vacation-Attraction)

![Maracana Stadium which includes interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/1ae04971-f0c7-456c-8ad8-aaf783a4f89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Maracana-Stadium-Maracana.d502470.Vacation-Attraction)

![Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222783/1b6518f2-d7d3-43b1-ac7c-ac8418645d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Recreio-Dos-Bandeirantes-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6222783.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Christ the Redeemer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/686965/f9dfdb30-37ea-4aa1-b440-566ca7175392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

CA $63

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-christ-the-redeemer-admission-ticket.a686965.activity-details)

![Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48221208/792a2763-07f5-4805-9b70-603f03feb7e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

CA $33

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-maracana-stadium-official-entrance-ticket.a48221208.activity-details)

![Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49007731/4c7ff025-0ee1-4639-943c-5064f37d81e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

CA $36

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-carnival-backstage-tour-at-samba-city-with-cocktail.a49007731.activity-details)

![Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50057011/a50e5efe-fc70-43aa-90a5-0e268db3227f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rio DE Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show

CA $170

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-official-roxy-dinner-show-dinner-show.a50057011.activity-details)

![Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2667269/8e42b370-f28d-4075-8abb-ff683c21d474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage

CA $108

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details)

![Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/492624/22516b8f-a2bc-493e-82f2-65b4ac043ed8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow and Historical Rio

CA $94

per adult

**88%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/olympic-boulevard.a492624.activity-details)

[See all activities in Rio de Janeiro](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rio-De-Janeiro.d178301.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Portuguesa Hotel Deals

![Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10581/3c1eb93e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $283

CA $349 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Nice hotel but need a little fixing on the beach side. Helpful and friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=10581&PinnedHotelID=10581&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635318222646)

![Hotel Arpoador](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/542200/542137/ce3c8bc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Arpoador

Rua Francisco Otaviano 177 Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $428

CA $494 total

Mar 11 - Mar 12

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (871 reviews)

Excellent friendly staff. Free bike rental. Great breakfast options and good food. Nice pool and view point over Ipanema beach. Nice clean rooms

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=542137&PinnedHotelID=542137&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635318222646)

![Hotel Atlantico Business Centro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4316400/4316320/a0e298ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Rua Senador Dantas, 25 Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $64

CA $70 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our reviews. ...

7.4/10 Good! (2,404 reviews)

People seemed cool. I stayed to myself. I had my privacy.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=4316320&PinnedHotelID=4316320&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635318222646)

![Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4110000/4100200/4100177/4edfbdcc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

Avenida Atlantica, 1020 Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $279

CA $325 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

Great place to stay, friendly staff, cleanliness is great.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=4100177&PinnedHotelID=4100177&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635318222646)

![Lagune Barra Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82650000/82648300/82648260/73331e4f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Lagune Barra Hotel

6555 Av. Salvador Allende Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $98

CA $105 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (846 reviews)

My Favorite Hotel In Rio Best Value For The Money Paid Excellent Views Stellar Customer Service Convenient Location

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=82648260&PinnedHotelID=82648260&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635318222646)

![Rio Othon Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24600/24526/03fea7da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Rio Othon Palace

Avenida Atlantica 3264 Rio de Janeiro RJ

CA $309

CA $355 total

Mar 24 - Mar 25

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,165 reviews)

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Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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## Check Portuguesa hotel availability

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### Other neighbourhoods around Portuguesa

![Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562484168/4db176bf-aa3b-4e49-a434-01e6baac8d26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Rio de Janeiro Centro

3.5/5(21 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Rio-De-Janeiro-Centro.dx6053032)

![Maracana Stadium which includes interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/7299f93d-92fa-4220-a69a-4a7ff0d0f536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Maracanã

 You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Maracana.dx553248635318493308)

![Lapa showing a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167224/e9e47544-0162-4a34-a3b1-c62456e255ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Lapa

 You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Arcos da Lapa or Selarón Steps. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Lapa.dx6167224)

![Santa Teresa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170807/97d0c11a-ff71-4369-b398-3138b598106b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Santa Teresa

4/5(1 area review)

 The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Corcovado are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Santa-Teresa.dx6170807)

![Museum of Modern Art showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061563/0e0139aa-278d-490a-9197-6ce9c2b43dec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Glória

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Gloria.dx6248659)

![General view of the Catete neighborhood with the docklands in the background in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350792/2018fed7-9a23-421c-b38c-ffb1dfc4728c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Catete

4/5(2 area reviews)

 Catete is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to explore sights like Largo do Machado. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Catete.dx6350792)

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