Copacabana has been rollicking for decades. Bumping with bossa nova and sloshing with lime-lush caipirinha cocktails, it's the epicenter of the carnival that is Rio de Janeiro. Life throbs at every turn here, whether that's with the football-kicking favela crowds or the bikini-clad fashionistas on the palm-topped sidewalks. Sugarloaf Mountain towers overhead, volleyballs bounce into the blue skies and beach touts haggle behind crashing waves. This is the beating heart of Brazil's happening city by the sea, and Copacabana vacation rentals are your ticket to it all.
Copacabana is the great attraction of Rio. Lining the shores where the metropolis tumbles into the Atlantic, it's long been the epicenter of carnivals, nightlife, and sun-soaked enjoyments in the city. It's surrounded by oodles of other bucket list wonders, though, which should all be just a stone's throw from the doorstep of those Copacabana vacation rentals. There's the soaring lookout of Morro do Leme. There are the historic exhibits of the Forte Duque de Caxias. There's the enthralling heritage area of Forte de Copacabana, where coffeeshops mingle with cannon-topped bulwarks.
Just watch the locals for a lesson in Copacabana life. Sunbathing is typically top of the list of priorities. That's shortly followed by bouts of volleyball and football on the sand. Then comes the daily routine of caipirinha drinking and dining, usually between the Carioca cantinas of Avenida Atlantica. Swims in the ocean are there, too _ just right for when the tropical heat cranks up. And so, too, are evening hikes to the top of Morro do Leme to watch the sunset glow across the bay.
Copacabana really cranks up the allure when the winter months are hitting North America. Between December and February, you can trade in the snows of home for the sultry weather and bossa nova beats of this iconic arc of sand on the Atlantic Ocean. Copacabana vacation rentals with sea views are in high demand then, and become most sought-after when the raucous Rio Carnival explodes on the waterside boulevards in February. To get good weather but smaller crowds, March is always a top alternative.
Copacabana is one long, glowing scythe of a beach that runs along the eastern edge of Rio de Janeiro. It's distinctive for its wide, yellow-hued sand, and the rolling whitecapped waves that forever buffet the shoreline. To the back of the neighborhood, and to the south and north, the jungle-dressed peaks of hilly Brazil take over. There's the soaring Sugarloaf Mountain, the lookouts of Morro do Leme, and _ further in the distance _ the iconic rises of Corcovado _ that's where Christ the Redeemer stands, and where the Tijuca Forest National Park sprawls with old-growth woods.
The heart wants what it wants, and right now it's craving a vacation. It's time to pack your suitcase and take off to one of these top vacation rentals in or near Copacabana:
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Clock out on Friday afternoon and then forget all about the office. If it's time for some relaxation and fun, these rentals in and near Copacabana promise a memorable weekend getaway:
Studio apartments are hard to match when it comes to location, convenience and character. Escape to one of these studio apartments for rent in or near Copacabana and enjoy a taste of the local vibe and energy:
When you're ready to step out of your studio apartment and explore, there's lots to keep you amused around Copacabana. Interested in culture? Pencil in a visit to Catedral Presbiteriana Do Rio De Janeiro and Fundação Eva Klabin.
Just because you only have a handful of days up your sleeve doesn't mean you need to spend it in a characterless hotel room. Take a quick vacation but still have the comforts of home at one of these short-term rentals in or around Copacabana:
Forget chocolates and flowers. Sometimes all you need is to escape for a weekend, just you and your honey. At Vrbo, we've got romantic getaways in and around Copacabana that would make even Cupid swoon. Here are some we think you'll be enamored with:
You'll find some superb mansions for rent in and near Copacabana. If you're chasing somewhere with lots of room as well as a serious dose of wow factor, these architectural stunners will tick all your boxes:
Share your trip and have twice as much fun. Whether you're organizing an epic escape with buddies or an overdue family reunion, there's no shortage of large group vacation rentals in and around Copacabana:
From lively games of Marco Polo to leisurely afternoon dips, a pool promises fun for both adults and kids. Earn major brownie points with the family by booking a house with a swimming space in or near Copacabana:
It's always more fun to share the good times with the people you love the most. Whether you're organizing a family escape or catching up with close friends, we'll have a large vacation rental that's right for you. These are two of our best in and around Copacabana:
If you want to see some family-friendly attractions around the area, you won't have to look far. Arcos da Lapa, Rio Water Planet and Catete Palace promise lots of fun for young and old.
Take a dip anytime you please when you choose one of our large rental houses with an indoor pool. Pack your favorite swimsuit and check out these properties in or near Copacabana that feature this premium touch:
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