Sepetiba
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Sepetiba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sepetiba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro.
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.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
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.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.
Things to do
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Sunset on Palmas Island: Rio’s Hidden Gem with Telegraph Stone
Top hotels in Sepetiba
Lagune Barra Hotel
Perfecto
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Américas Barra Hotel
SQUARE DESIGN HOTEL
Ok
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Bourbon Residence Barra da Tijuca | Rio de Janeiro
I left a review for my first experience, but i forgot to mention the shuttle driver left me for the beach, then returned later to waste time. The beach was a 5 min drive that ended up being 45 minutes due to this nonsense. This is what prompted me to only spend two days here along with other things. ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Rio De Janeiro Barra da Tijuca
Most staff don’t speak English - very few. Have your translator app ready if you don’t speak Portuguese.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
CDesign Hotel
Pool and roof deck are great. Affordable property so didn’t expect anything really nice, but mold, stains and water damage everywhere in the room we stayed.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sepetiba
Barra de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Barra de Guaratiba Beach or Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
