Urca, Rio de Janeiro: Things to Do & Map

Forte São João, at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain, marks the site of Rio's first Portuguese settlement from 1565. Rua São Sebastião, leading to the Urca casino, claims to be the oldest street in the city.

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Urca

Sugarloaf Mountain
★ 4.8 · 8.9k
Mountain Peak★
This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Pierim Souvenirs - Urca
★ 5.0 · 676
Specialty Store
Every day
9 AM – 7:30 PM
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Urca Beach
★ 4.6 · 3.7k
Beach
Small beach for sand & water activities beside large cliffs, with nearby bars & restaurants.
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Where to eat & drink in Urca

Embaixada Carioca
★ 4.8 · 9.0k
Coffee Shop· R$40–160
A restaurant located on Morro da Urca and Sugarloaf Mountain, known for its award-winning feijoada, lunch, and breakfast with panoramic views.
Mon–Thu
8:30 AM – 8 PM
Fri
8:30 AM – 9 PM
Sat
8:30 AM – 9 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 9 PM
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Bar e Restaurante Urca
★ 4.5 · 12.7k
Bar· R$40–140
A classic restaurant in an iconic location overlooking the bay, serving fish & crab cakes with beer.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 11 PM
Sat
9 AM – 11 PM
Sun
9 AM – 10 PM
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Casa Que Doce
★ 4.8 · 1.9k
Coffee Shop· R$20–100
A shop offering cakes, sweets, and special gifts.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
9 AM – 6 PM
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Lab Cup
★ 5.0 · 296
Coffee Shop· R$20–40
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Terra Brasilis
★ 4.6 · 15.2k
Brazilian· R$60–160
Family-friendly spot serving Brazilian food, hand-tossed pizza & music with great view of Sugarloaf.
Every day
12 PM – 11 PM
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Clássico Beach Club Urca
★ 4.6 · 5.5k
Restaurant· R$40–160
A beach club offering high gastronomy, lounges, and day use with unique views by the sea in Rio.
Every day
9 AM – 8:10 PM
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Araá
★ 4.8 · 1.4k
Restaurant
Every day
8:30 AM – 9 PM
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Urca Grill
★ 4.3 · 2.9k
Restaurant· R$20–100
Every day
6 AM – 11 PM
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