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 Arcos da Lapa or Fundição Progresso.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Municipal Theater
You can enjoy a show at Municipal Theater on your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along 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
- São Januário Stadium
- Municipal Theater
- Museum of Modern Art
- National Library
- Saara Rio
- Mauá Square
- Rio Art Museum
- Fundição Progresso
- Circo Voador
- Tiradentes Square
- Largo do Guimarães
- National Museum of Brazil
- Pedra do Sal
- Sao Bento Monastery
- Praca Quinze