Rio starts here.
From Praça da Bandeira you're connected to every side of the city. Beaches, football, samba, culture, nature and major events are all along the way.
Which Rio do you want to discover?
Where Rio meets the sea.
Copacabana, Ipanema, Arpoador and Leme are the way into one of the city's best-known sides. From the sand to the sunset, every stretch of the shoreline has its own way of being Rio.
Copacabana
Beach, buzz, food and one of Rio's most famous backdrops.
If you're traveling with kids, Posto 6 is usually a good choice for its calmer vibe. Urca Beach is another option.
Also set aside a morning for Fort Copacabana. Breakfast there is a classic, and you can visit the museum and enjoy the shoreline views for photos.
Ipanema
Beachfront, restaurants and the rhythm of one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods.
After the beach, try Sel d’Ipanema and Boteco Belmonte to eat, drink and soak up the neighborhood vibe.
Arpoador
Between Copacabana and Ipanema, Arpoador is one of the most special places to end the day in Rio.
Climb Arpoador Rock in the late afternoon to watch the sunset and see the shoreline from another angle.
Leme
A quieter stretch of the shoreline to walk, enjoy the beach and discover another side of Copacabana.
Head over to the Pedra do Leme area for the beach kiosks, live music and views of the whole shoreline.
Getting to the South Zone
From Saionara, Uber and the metro are usually easy ways to get to Copacabana, Ipanema, Arpoador and Leme.
When Rio becomes the stage.
Football, Carnival, concerts, trade fairs and major gatherings fill the city's calendar.
Maracanã
Football, concerts and big emotions.
One of Rio's greatest symbols hosts matches, concerts and major events that move the city all year round.
On match days, walking to Maracanã can be a great way to avoid the traffic around the stadium.
Sambadrome
Carnival, samba and one of Rio's most famous images.
During Carnival season, the Sambadrome becomes one of the city's main destinations and hosts some of the most memorable moments of Rio's Carnival.
Get directionsExpoRio
Trade fairs, conferences and major gatherings are also part of many visitors' Rio agenda.
Want to know what's coming up?
Check ExpoRio's official schedule.
See upcoming eventsA Rio beyond the postcards.
Lapa
Music, bars, nightlife and history in one of the city's best-known areas.
Santa Teresa
Art, architecture, food and streets that reveal a Rio full of character.
Mangueira
Samba, tradition and an essential part of Rio's culture.
Another side of Rio.
Not every outing in Rio ends at the beach. Between mountains and Atlantic Forest, the city also offers paths for those who want to slow down and get close to nature.
Tijuca Forest brings together trails, viewpoints and landscapes to discover Rio from another angle.
Places to visit include Vista Chinesa, the Tijuca Forest waterfalls and other trails surrounded by Atlantic Forest.
Your route can also include Parque Lage, at the foot of Corcovado, and Parque das Ruínas in Santa Teresa, combining scenery, history and some of the city's most beautiful views.
History, architecture and a Rio you can also discover on foot.
Downtown brings together different moments in the city's history. Architecture, culture, food and the daily life of people who live and work in Rio share the same setting.
It's a way to discover a Rio different from the beach one, with historic buildings, cultural centers, churches, squares and streets that help tell the city's story.
Where to eat in Rio
After a day at the beach, sightseeing, working or at an event, it's worth discovering the city's flavors too.
We've picked restaurants, bars and spots we love recommending to Saionara guests.
See restaurant picksTips from people who know Rio.
Going to Maracanã on match day?
Walking can be a great way to avoid the traffic around the stadium.
Heading to the South Zone?
Uber or the metro are usually the easiest options.
Out for the whole day?
Combine attractions in the same area to make the most of your trip and see Rio at a more relaxed pace.
Rio in the palm of your hand
Discover places to visit, where to eat and tips to enjoy the city during your stay. Saionara's digital concierge brings it all together in one place, whenever you need it.
There's so much Rio to discover.
Start by choosing where to go. When you come back, your room will be waiting.