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 Arcos da Lapa or Selarón Steps.

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, Christ the Redeemer and Praça da Apoteose are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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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- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Quinta da Boa Vista
- Arcos da Lapa
- Flamengo Park
- Marina da Glória
- Selarón Steps
- Municipal Theater
- Museum of Modern Art
- São Januário Stadium
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- AquaRio
- Praça da Apoteose
- Saara Rio
- Mauá Square
- Praca da Cruz Vermelha
- Mirante Dona Marta
- Rio Art Museum
- SulAmérica Convention Center
- National Library
- Circo Voador
- Candelaria Church
- Praca Quinze
- Tiradentes Square
- Pedra do Sal
- National Fine Arts Museum
- Fundição Progresso
- Convent of St. Anthony
- Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival
- Valongo Wharf