Zona Central Travel Guide
Tourist 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
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 Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
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 there might not be top attractions in Rio Comprido, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Christ the Redeemer and Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí.
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 Atlântico Prime
I was fortunate to get this booking at the last moment and I found the hotel to surpass my expectations with cleanliness friendliness three meal a day restaurant gymnasium
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING
Good place e to say regarding price and location. The staff were extremely friendly and the bed was super comfortable. The hotel was very clean. The bathroom sink faucet and the toilet appeared ready to be updated.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
Staff is super nice, food, environment and you are very close to alot of places. Hotel is not super fancy, but is really good. Location is good, but you will see A couple of people outside that might scare you, but overall i felt safe, and staff was great.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
360 Rio Santos Dumont
Good
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Rua Largo de Paula 26.1506 apartamento
RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats
The apartment was located near restaurants and nightlife. However, it could be a bit noisy at night. Everything else was perfect and I hope to stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of Tomorrow
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Tomorrow during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Arcos da Lapa
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.
Quinta da Boa Vista
After visiting Quinta da Boa Vista, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Selarón Steps
You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you stop by Selarón Steps. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
Museum of Modern Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Arcos da Lapa
- Flamengo Park
- Marina da Glória
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Museum of Modern Art
- Municipal Theater
- Saara Rio
- Circo Voador
- National Library
- Mauá Square
- São Januário Stadium
- Rio Art Museum
- Pedra do Sal
- Tiradentes Square
- Praca Quinze
- Largo do Guimarães
- Fundição Progresso
- Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival
- Bank of Brazil Cultural Center
