Zona Central
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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, Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí and Praca da Cruz Vermelha are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Morro de Sao Januario.
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Convenient
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
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 Jan 6, 2026
Américas Granada Hotel
All good, but in-room service was a bit slow
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Chez Georges
Stunning views, beautiful architecture and charm in this boutique hotel in Rio. 10/10 would recommend!
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
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
360 Rio Santos Dumont
Good
Reviewed on Oct 4, 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 take a trip to 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
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
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- Flamengo Beach
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Arcos da Lapa
- Flamengo Park
- Marina da Glória
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Selarón Steps
- Museum of Modern Art
- Municipal Theater
- Saara Rio
- AquaRio
- Mauá Square
- Praca da Cruz Vermelha
- São Januário Stadium
- Rio Art Museum
- Circo Voador
- Praça da Apoteose
- Bank of Brazil Cultural Center
- SulAmérica Convention Center
- Praca Quinze
- Pedra do Sal
- National Library
- Candelaria Church
- Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival
- Mirante Dona Marta
- Parque das Ruinas
- Boulevard Olimpico
