Botafogo Beach

The beach is located in Botafogo bay in the neighborhood of Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  Among the biggest attractions of Botafogo inlet is the Yacht Club of Rio de Janeiro, whose berth marina is visible from almost anywhere in the neighborhood.   Other attractions include shows and concerts throughout the year which draw thousands of people.  Along the edge of the beach is a bike path and walking path.  Along the edge of the beach there are the gardens of the Beira-Mar which were put in during the early twentieth century.

Historically, at the time of the founding of the city of Rio de Janeiro, vast land grants were given outside the city limits, around the Guanabara Bay. Joao Pereira de Souza Botafogo, the owner and the local resident, named the bay, the beach and the neighborhood that would form in the following centuries.  In 1846, a steam boat system was the main connection between Botafogo and the Pier Pharoux (current Praça XV de Novembro). In late 1860, the establishment of tramlines eased access to the neighborhood, allowing for urbanization.

Despite being very popular and being displayed on many postcards of Rio de Janeiro, the beach is considered to be highly polluted, including most of the Bay Guanabara, which is among the most polluted areas of Rio de Janeiro. 

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Carmem Miranda Museum (museum) - The collection has about three thousand and five hundred pieces, mostly personal belongings of the artist, donated by the family after her death in 1955, through her sister Aurora Miranda and widower David Alfred Sebastian. It comprises the collection of clothing, with social scenes and costumes, jewelry, platform shoes, turbans and accessories. Some highlight are the skirt used in her debut show on Broadway, the turban used on her m... Address: Av. Rui Barbosa - Flamengo Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22250-020 Distance: 1.02km from the Botafogo Beach
Indio Museum (museum) - Indian Museum of Rio de Janeiro   Housed in an elegant 19th-century mansion in a quiet part of Botafogo, the Indian Museum's collection is one of the most important in Latin America, with over 14,000 artifacts and 16,000 books on indigenous people of Brazil.  There are also over half a million historical documents on Brazilian Indian tribes, giving a clear picture of how they lived, and their culture. There are no s... Address: Rua Palmeiras, 55, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, RJ Distance: 1.17km from the Botafogo Beach
Centro Cultural Solar de Botafogo (theater) - A mansion in 1910, houses a theater, cafe, lounge, two art galleries, a cinema club and a cyber café.Two of the greatest scenic architects in the country - Paulo J. C. Serrone (draft), Jose Carioca and Days (project executive) - the architectural design of the Solar de Botafogo preserved the historical aspect of construction,To give personality to each of these environments, Caco Borges created the ambience of the auditorium and the ba... Address: R. Gen. Polidoro, 180 - Botafogo Rio de Janeiro - RJ Distance: 1.25km from the Botafogo Beach

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Ace Backpackers Hostel Ideally located in the prime touristic area of Botafogo, Ace Backpackers Hostel promises a relaxing and wonderful visit. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Facilities like bicycle rental, bar/pub, 24hr room service, airport transfer, laundry service/dry cleaning are readily available for you to enjoy. Designed for comfort, guestrooms offer televis...

Alpha Hostel Rio de Janeiro Set in a prime location of Rio De Janeiro, Alpha Hostel Rio de Janeiro puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. Bar/pub, airport transfer, business center, 24hr room service are on the list of things guests can enjoy. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped wit...

Hostel Ze Carioca Hostel Ze Carioca is conveniently located in the popular Copacabana / Leme area. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Laundry service/dry cleaning, business center, 24hr room service, bar/pub are just some of the facilities on offer. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Recuperate from a full da...

Eco Backpackers Hostel Rio De Janeiro Located in Botafogo, Eco Backpackers Hostel Rio De Janeiro is a perfect starting point from which to explore Rio De Janeiro. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. All the necessary facilities, including laundry service/dry cleaning, bar/pub, airport transfer, business center, 24hr room service, are at hand. Designed for comfort, gu...