Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Botafogo
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#181 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Botafogo is a beachfront neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a mostly upper middle class and small commerce community, and is located between the hills of Mundo Novo, Dona Marta and São João. The word Botafogo also refers to a Latin American ballroom dance move, named so because the area of Botafogo is where it originated. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.85 mi²Coordinates: 22°57'5"S, 43°11'11"W

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Botafogo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Earth Sciences Museum, Carmen Miranda Museum, Estádio das Laranjeiras, Botafogo Praia Shopping.

1 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Earth Sciences Museum, Rio de Janeiro
27 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, the Earth Sciences Museum stands as a testament to Brazil's rich geological heritage and the science that unveils the planet's intricate history. This museum is a treasure trove for those fascinated by the natural world...
1.1 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Carmen Miranda Museum, Rio de Janeiro
29 min walk • The Carmen Miranda Museum is a vibrant homage to the iconic Brazilian performer known for her extravagant costumes and fruit-laden hats. Located in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this museum celebrates the life and career of Carmen Miranda, the...
1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estádio das Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
26 min walk • Estádio das Laranjeiras, a historic sports venue nestled in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands not only as a testament to the country's rich football legacy but also as a cherished cultural landmark. This stadium, which served as the cradle of Brazilian...
0.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Botafogo Praia Shopping, Rio de Janeiro
10 min walk • Botafogo Praia Shopping is a shopping center located in front of Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro, opened in 1999.
0.8 miSE
Nightlife, Shopping centre, Shopping
Rio Sul, Rio de Janeiro
20 min walk • The Rio Sul Center Tower, also known as Rio Sul Tower, is the fourteenth tallest building in Brazil and the tallest building in Rio de Janeiro at 164 metres and 50 floors, 48 above ground and 2 below.
1.3 miE
Beach, Park, Outdoor activities
Vermelha Beach, Rio de Janeiro
33 min walk • Urca is a traditional and wealthy residential neighborhood with nearly 7,000 inhabitants in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Although most of the neighborhood dates from the 1920s, parts of it are much older.
0.6 miSE
Music venue
Canecão, Rio de Janeiro
17 min walk • The Canecão is an indoor arena located in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The venue opened in 1967 which was capable of functioning alternatively either as a dance floor or a concert hall.
1.3 miS
Street
Avenida Atlântica, Rio de Janeiro
33 min walk • Avenida Atlântica is a major seaside avenue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is 4 kilometers long, and spans the entire length of the neighbourhoods of Copacabana and Leme.
0.6 miNE
Beach, Outdoor activities, Park
Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro
15 min walk • Botafogo is a beachfront neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a mostly upper middle class and small commerce community, and is located between the hills of Mundo Novo, Dona Marta and São João. The word Botafogo also refers to a Latin American ballroom dance move, named so because the area of Botafogo is where it originated.
1.3 miNW
Square
Largo do Boticário, Rio de Janeiro
32 min walk • The Largo do Boticário is a square in the Cosme Velho neighborhood of the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. The square can be reached by the Beco do Boticário, that passes by the Carioca River. The area is characterized by large, neo-colonial houses and Atlantic Forest vegetation.
~1620 ftW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro
8 min walk • O Museu do Índio is a cultural and scientific agency of the Fundação Nacional do Índio or FUNAI. It was created by Darcy Ribeiro, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1953.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Botafogo?

Nearby attractions include Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro (8 min walk), Solar Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro (9 min walk), Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro (14 min walk), Dona Marta, Rio de Janeiro (15 min walk).

How to get to Botafogo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Botafogo:

Metro

Botafogo • Lines: 1, 2 (4 min walk)
Futura estação Morro de São João (13 min walk)

Bus

Botafogo • Lines: Mns (5 min walk)
BRS 3: Sorocaba • Lines: 108 (6 min walk)

Train

Cosme Velho (28 min walk)
Morro do Inglês (29 min walk)