Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Botafogo Beach
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#55 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Beach, Outdoor activities, Park

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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. ()

Local name: Botafogo Area: 1.85 mi²Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 22°56'43"S, 43°10'50"W

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

Nearby attractions include: Palácio Laranjeiras, Earth Sciences Museum, Morro da Urca, Carmen Miranda Museum.

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Palace
Palácio Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
25 min walk • The Palácio Laranjeiras is an emblematic building nestled in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This historic mansion serves as the official residence of the Governor of the State of Rio de Janeiro. Constructed in the early 20th century, specifically between...
0.9 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Earth Sciences Museum, Rio de Janeiro
23 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 miE
Park, Mountain, View point
Morro da Urca, Rio de Janeiro
30 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Morro da Urca is a verdant park and a natural monument that offers both locals and tourists a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle. This smaller peak, situated at an elevation of 220 meters, is part...
0.6 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Carmen Miranda Museum, Rio de Janeiro
16 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...
0.6 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estádio das Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
17 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...
~940 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Botafogo Praia Shopping, Rio de Janeiro
5 min walk • Botafogo Praia Shopping is a shopping center located in front of Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro, opened in 1999.
0.9 miS
Nightlife, Shopping centre, Shopping
Rio Sul, Rio de Janeiro
23 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.
1.1 miSE
Beach, Park, Outdoor activities
Vermelha Beach, Rio de Janeiro
29 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.
0.7 miS
Music venue
Canecão, Rio de Janeiro
19 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.
0.8 miSW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro
21 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.
1.1 miSW
Cemetery
Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro
28 min walk • Cemitério de São João Batista is a municipal necropolis originally owned and operated by the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, and run, since August 2014, by the private company Rio Pax.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Botafogo Beach?

Nearby attractions include Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on the Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro (5 min walk), Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro (15 min walk), Carmen Miranda Museum, Rio de Janeiro (16 min walk), Estádio das Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro (17 min walk).

How to get to Botafogo Beach by public transport?

The nearest stations to Botafogo Beach:

Bus

Botafogo • Lines: Mns (11 min walk)
BRS 3: Sorocaba • Lines: 108 (20 min walk)

Metro

Botafogo • Lines: 1, 2 (11 min walk)
Flamengo • Lines: 1, 2 (15 min walk)

Aerialway

Morro da Urca • Lines: Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar (30 min walk)
Praia Vermelha • Lines: Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar (29 min walk)

Train

Cosme Velho (31 min walk)