Zona Central

Travel Guide
Lapa which includes heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Cinelandia showing a city, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture
Cinelandia featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Cinelandia featuring signage, cycling and street scenes
Museum of Modern Art showing art and interior views

Where to stay in Zona Central

Lapa which includes a city and street scenes

Lapa

4/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.

Lapa
Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

4/5(20 area reviews)

The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Corcovado are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area.

Santa Teresa
Museum of Modern Art featuring interior views

Glória

4/5(11 area reviews)

You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Glória
Quinta da Boa Vista

São Cristóvão

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in São Cristóvão. You might want to make time for a stop at Quinta da Boa Vista or National Museum of Brazil.

São Cristóvão
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Rio Comprido

While Rio Comprido isn't home to many top sights, Morro dos Prazeres and Praça da Apoteose are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rio Comprido
I mentally willed the three of these guys to line up for me... It worked partly due to the fact I was under the influence of Coconut Water farmed by old hippie exiles, 9 1/2 hours in a Delta Sleep deprivation chamber, and a local hot chili pepper which when combined enhanced my telepathic powers. You too can treat yourself to a Hang Gliding Tandem Flight from Pedra Bonita, a beautiful mountain located in São Conrado, just 20 minutes from Copacabana and landing on a nice beach with scantily clad men and women who will idolize you for your bravado. Prices run at around R$320 and add an extra R$100 for Pictures and the video DVD making it R$420

Santo Cristo

Check out the restaurants while you're in Santo Cristo. Hop on the metro at Vila Olímpica Tram Stop and Gamboa Tram Stop to see top sights like Guanabara Bay and Samba City.

Santo Cristo
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Prime
4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is SAR 127 per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
SAR 127
SAR 133 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,028 reviews)
"Staff are well-trained and ready to accommodate guests' needs, and the amenities provided are very decent. The hotel's location is convenient, with easy access to nearby attractions and transportation options. Like the rest of Rio city centre - it isn’t a neighbourhood to walk around at night due ..."

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
3.5 out of 5
Rua Senador Dantas, 25, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is SAR 132 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 132
SAR 146 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,694 reviews)
"Its a good hotel well located."

Reviewed on 20 December 2024

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Américas Granada Hotel
Américas Granada Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Gomes Freire, 530 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 195 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
SAR 195
SAR 204 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,060 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Américas Granada Hotel
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360 Rio Santos Dumont
360 Rio Santos Dumont
3 out of 5
R. Sen. Dantas, 80, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Excellent place!"

Reviewed on 4 September 2024

360 Rio Santos Dumont
Sugar Loft Apartments
Sugar Loft Apartments
3 out of 5
Rua Dias de Barros 11, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Second Stay
"This is my second time staying here. It is clean, pleasant, and reasonably priced. Most appreciate that it is in the touristy area of Santa Teresa and near LAPA. That is nice too. There's also a great view of the center from most rooms. My only minus, which isn't tied to the place, is that if you're ..."

Reviewed on 22 November 2022

Sugar Loft Apartments
Artinn
Artinn
2 out of 5
39 R. Comendador Leonardo, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this aparthotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Maracanã Stadium are ...
7.4/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"AVOID! This place was an absolute nightmare! Ants, roaches, and bedbugs all over the place! When I arrived, the place was unclean from the last guest and the hotel did not care. There is no front desk. BEWARE: It is in the favela and very dangerous even during the day! The pictures are deceptive. ..."

Reviewed on 5 January 2024

Artinn
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Popular places to visit

Anhembi Sambadrome featuring signage and a city

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

4/5(86 reviews)

Catch an event at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
Rio de Janeiro

Museum of Tomorrow

4.5/5(115 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Tomorrow during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Museum of Tomorrow
These guys were just practicing on a weeknight....apparently a bunch of samba musicians

Arcos da Lapa

4/5(100 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Arcos da Lapa. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Arcos da Lapa
Selaron Steps which includes outdoor art and signage

Selarón Steps

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Selarón Steps. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Selarón Steps
Quinta da Boa Vista

Quinta da Boa Vista

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Quinta da Boa Vista, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Quinta da Boa Vista
Municipal Theater

Municipal Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Municipal Theater during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Municipal Theater