Barra do Pirai accommodation from NZ$79

Barra do Pirai is famous for the Corcovado. Many travellers choose to stay near this iconic landmark when they're in Barra do Pirai. The Casa MangoMango and Santa Teresa Central Hostel are options close by.

But wait, there's more! Rio de Janeiro has loads of other great things to do and see. Rio de Janeiro offers beaches, rainforest and mountains. Popular Rio de Janeiro tourist draws are the old towns, cathedrals and shrines. In this region of Brazil, tourists can try their hand at mountain biking and rock climbing.

Looking for more to do? Spend a few hours discovering the Itatiaia National Park, Pequena Finlandia and Cachoeira de Deus, which you'll find in Itatiaia, 70 kilometres to the west of Barra do Pirai. Itatiaia hotels include the Pousada 3 Bacias and Pousada Salto d'Água. 75 kilometres to the southwest of Barra do Pirai, you'll find Angra dos Reis, home to the Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive and Pousada Arcobaleno. While in Angra dos Reis, be sure to visit the Santa Luzia Church, Naval College and Angra dos Reis Port.

If watching sport is what you love, make sure you visit HSBC Arena, which is 80 kilometres to the southeast of Barra do Pirai. For travellers who fancy staying close by, make a reservation at the Promenade Casa Del Mar or the Promenade Barra First.

Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is the most practical airport and is located 80 kilometres away from central Barra do Pirai. Conveniently located hotels on Wotif include the Linx Hotel International Airport Galeão and the Rio Aeroporto Hotel.