Canecão, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Canecão
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Telephone: +55 25431241

#53 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Facts and practical information

The Canecão is an indoor arena located in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The venue opened in 1967 which was capable of functioning alternatively either as a dance floor or a concert hall. It has been closed since 2010, due to legal quarrels over its ownership. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°57'20"S, 43°10'37"W

Address

BotafogoRio de Janeiro Brazil

Contact

+55 25431241

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Day trips

Canecão – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Earth Sciences Museum, Morro da Urca, Carmen Miranda Museum, Botafogo Praia Shopping.

~700 mE
Museum, Specialty museum
Earth Sciences Museum, Rio de Janeiro
12 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, the Earth Sciences Museum stands as a testament to Brazil's rich geological heritage and the science that unveils the planet's intricate history. This museum is a treasure trove for those fascinated by the natural world...
1.5 kmE
Park, Mountain, View point
Morro da Urca, Rio de Janeiro
24 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Morro da Urca is a verdant park and a natural monument that offers both locals and tourists a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle. This smaller peak, situated at an elevation of 220 meters, is part...
1.6 kmN
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Carmen Miranda Museum, Rio de Janeiro
26 min walk • The Carmen Miranda Museum is a vibrant homage to the iconic Brazilian performer known for her extravagant costumes and fruit-laden hats. Located in the Flamengo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this museum celebrates the life and career of Carmen Miranda, the...
1.1 kmNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Botafogo Praia Shopping, Rio de Janeiro
18 min walk • Botafogo Praia Shopping is a shopping center located in front of Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro, opened in 1999.
1.9 kmS
Watersports, Water park, Amusement park
Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro
31 min walk • Copacabana is a bairro located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is most prominently known for its 4 km balneario beach, which is one of the most famous in the world.
~240 mS
Nightlife, Shopping centre, Shopping
Rio Sul, Rio de Janeiro
4 min walk • The Rio Sul Center Tower, also known as Rio Sul Tower, is the fourteenth tallest building in Brazil and the tallest building in Rio de Janeiro at 164 metres and 50 floors, 48 above ground and 2 below.
1 kmE
Beach, Park, Outdoor activities
Vermelha Beach, Rio de Janeiro
17 min walk • Urca is a traditional and wealthy residential neighborhood with nearly 7,000 inhabitants in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Although most of the neighborhood dates from the 1920s, parts of it are much older.
1.6 kmS
Street
Avenida Atlântica, Rio de Janeiro
25 min walk • Avenida Atlântica is a major seaside avenue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is 4 kilometers long, and spans the entire length of the neighbourhoods of Copacabana and Leme.
1.2 kmN
Beach, Outdoor activities, Park
Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro
19 min walk • Botafogo is a beachfront neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a mostly upper middle class and small commerce community, and is located between the hills of Mundo Novo, Dona Marta and São João. The word Botafogo also refers to a Latin American ballroom dance move, named so because the area of Botafogo is where it originated.
1.5 kmW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro
24 min walk • O Museu do Índio is a cultural and scientific agency of the Fundação Nacional do Índio or FUNAI. It was created by Darcy Ribeiro, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1953.
1.2 kmW
Cemetery
Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro
20 min walk • Cemitério de São João Batista is a municipal necropolis originally owned and operated by the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, and run, since August 2014, by the private company Rio Pax.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Canecão?

Nearby attractions include Earth Sciences Museum, Rio de Janeiro (12 min walk), Morro da Babilônia, Rio de Janeiro (14 min walk), Solar Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro (15 min walk), Praça do Lido, Rio de Janeiro (17 min walk).

How to get to Canecão by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canecão:

Bus

Shopping Rio Sul • Lines: Riosul-Cav (4 min walk)
BRS 2 Belford Roxo • Lines: Brs 2, BRS Copacabana (17 min walk)

Metro

Futura estação Morro de São João (8 min walk)
Botafogo • Lines: 1, 2 (15 min walk)

Aerialway

Praia Vermelha • Lines: Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar (17 min walk)
Morro da Urca • Lines: Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar (24 min walk)