Zona Central
Travel Guide
Visit Zona Central
Where to stay in Zona Central
Lapa
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum.
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.
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
El desayuno no cambia aburre comer lo mismo los jugos son de pura azúcar pésimo, staff nada atento, el aire acondicionado ya son viejos no se siente cuando hace calor , las camas parecen del año 1995 viejisimas , no volvería a este lugar
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Américas Granada Hotel
Very good, very friendly, location it’s great, 8 minute walk to the market, 10 minute walk to the metro to Copacabana. You Can explore a lot without wasting much on transportation, the best location for a hotel in my opinion.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats
The apartment is nicely designed, comfortable, and had all the amenities needed. I also felt very safe, the facial recognition system of security
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Chez Georges
Elohim Residencial
Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro is just one of the places to see in Rio de Janeiro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Museum of Modern Art
Explore the best of 20th-century Brazilian art and sample cutting-edge Brazilian cuisine at this bold 1950s modernist gallery on the edge of Rio’s Guanabara Bay.
Things to do
Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ
Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro
