Perched on a promontory overlooking Guanabara Bay, affluent Urca is dominated by the iconic hump of Sugarloaf Mountain, whose summit can be reached via climbing trails or cable car. Tucked away amid tranquil residential streets of charming villas and low-rises are the small beaches of Urca and Vermelha. During happy hour and on weekends, laid-back waterfront bars become lively gathering spots for young locals.