Zona Central

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Zona Central

Lapa which includes a city and street scenes

Lapa

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

Lapa
Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

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

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 Feira Nordestina or National Museum of Brazil.

São Cristóvão
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Rio Comprido

While Rio Comprido isn't home to many top sights, Christ the Redeemer and Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rio Comprido
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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 P1,571 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P1,571
P1,649 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
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Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

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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 P1,767 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P1,767
P1,948 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,055 reviews)
"The hotel was great,breakfast and room.People complaining about little things only reflect on how annoying they are.No place is like home.And if you’re not moving in please be considerate.The cleaning ladies are amazing and helpful.Front desk takes care of everything you ask for.So please if you ..."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Américas Granada Hotel
Américas Granada Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Gomes Freire, 530 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is P3,154 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
P3,154
P3,312 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,300 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Christ the Redeemer ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"Very central, safe!!"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

360 Rio Santos Dumont
Chez Georges
Chez Georges
3 out of 5
Ladeira do Meireles, 90, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star villa in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Wish I could keep this place a secret - such a calm oasis in the middle of Rio. One of my favourite places I’ve ever stayed."

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Chez Georges
Rua do Resende 110
Rua do Resende 110
2 out of 5
Rua do Rezende 110, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana ...
Rua do Resende 110
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Popular places to visit

Anhembi Sambadrome featuring signage and a city

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

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 showing modern architecture and a pond

Museum of Tomorrow

Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.

Museum of Tomorrow
Arcos da Lapa

Arcos da Lapa

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
Quinta da Boa Vista featuring heritage architecture and a garden

Quinta da Boa Vista

Explore Brazil’s oldest zoo and Latin America’s largest natural history museum or just do as the locals do and relax on the sunny lawns of this iconic park.

Quinta da Boa Vista
Selaron Steps showing signage and outdoor art

Selarón Steps

Climb this urban staircase to experience one of Rio’s largest and most useful public art projects, a series of mosaics created singlehandedly by a much-loved Rio personality.

Selarón Steps
Municipal Theater which includes theater scenes, heritage elements and street scenes

Municipal Theater

Watch a concert or a ballet at this century-old opera house, which glitters just as it did in the early 1900s, thanks to a painstaking 2008 renovation.

Municipal Theater

Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

P6,946
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

P1,910
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer Statue

Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium

P2,096
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
Unforgettable Boat Party

Unforgettable Boat Party

P2,920
per adult
Unforgettable Boat Party
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

P10,033
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Picture 14 for Activity Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

P3,933
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
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Rio de Janeiro which includes a sunset, mountains and general coastal views

Rio de Janeiro