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
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.
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.
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.
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
Casa Nova Hotel
Pessoal da recepção são mal educados e parecem estar fazendo favores. Já o pessoal do café da manhã extremamente educados. Quartos limpos e ótimo custo benefício.
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
My stay was satisfactory and met my expectations. There was value in booking at this hotel. The location is ideal for tourist activities around Centro.
Reviewed on 21 May, 2025
Chez Georges
Stunning views, beautiful architecture and charm in this boutique hotel in Rio. 10/10 would recommend!
Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025
360 Rio Santos Dumont
Good
Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025
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
Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.
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
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour
Full-Day in Rio Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ
Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
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