Things to do in Copacabana Rio de Janeiro RJ

Generally the waters surrounding the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are safe to swim in, but occasionally the city will post signs warning beachgoers about poor water quality, usually after heavy rains.Dec 10, 2015

The view to the left of Copacabana beach is the towering mountain of Sugar Loaf and Fort Duque de Caxias built in 1779. On the right is Copacabana Fort, which dates back to 1914. It houses the Army Historical Museum. The beach runs for 2.2 miles (4 km) in an east west direction running from Postos Dois to Posto Seis.

Most areas in Rio de Janeiro are perfectly safe for tourists during the day. Nighttime is a different story. If you must head out on the streets at night, make sure you travel in groups.Feb 9, 2017