Zona Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.

Lapa
Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Mirante Dona Marta, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.

Santa Teresa
Museum of Modern Art showing 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 National Museum of Brazil or Feira Nordestina.

São Cristóvão
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Rio Comprido

While there might not be top attractions in Rio Comprido, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Christ the Redeemer and Praça da Apoteose.

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 AU$40 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$40
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
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! (2,285 reviews)
A Wonderful Stay at Hotel Atlântico Prime!
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Atlântico Prime, and I can honestly say it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the modern, stylish décor and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff at the hotel truly made the difference. Every team member ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 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 AU$58 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$58
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
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! (1,898 reviews)
"Hotel Atlantico Business Center is the best choice for budget travelers, considering its central location (reachable by public transportation from the airport), level of service (including a very decent free breakfast), and its professional staff. I fully recommend this hotel for its overall service. ..."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
3 out of 5
Avenida Beira Mar, 280, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$99 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$99
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Good but...
"Great location and nice easy hotel. However beware that it is really noisy. You can hear the noise from the tram and on the weekend we stayed there was a show so noise all night and a sport event with loud music early morning . Great view from the balcony"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
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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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"All was good at this location. Thank you."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 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! (10 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was a nice touch. And being able to walk to the main square so easily was very comforting."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 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

Rio de Janeiro

Museum of Tomorrow

5/5(2 reviews)

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
Anhembi Sambadrome which includes a city and signage

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

3.5/5(4 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
Quinta da Boa Vista

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
Arcos da Lapa

Arcos da Lapa

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you spend time at Arcos da Lapa. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Arcos da Lapa
Municipal Theater

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
Selaron Steps which includes outdoor art and signage

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

Activities

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

AU$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

AU$102
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

AU$53
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

AU$277
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

AU$101
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

AU$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
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Cities near Zona Central

Rio de Janeiro featuring general coastal views, a sunset and mountains

Rio de Janeiro