Zona Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lapa featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Cinelandia showing a statue or sculpture, a city and a square or plaza
Cinelandia which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Cinelandia which includes street scenes, signage and cycling
Museum of Modern Art featuring interior views and art

Where to stay in Zona Central

Lapa showing street scenes and a city

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.

Lapa
Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Santa Teresa
Museum of Modern Art showing interior views

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.

Glória
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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.

Santo Cristo
Quinta da Boa Vista

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.

São Cristóvão
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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.

Rio Comprido
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

3.5 out of 5
Rua Senador Dantas, 25, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$54 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$54
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,229 reviews)
"O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Hotel Atlântico Prime

Hotel Atlântico Prime

4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$50 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$50
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,864 reviews)
"Clean, safe and excellent breakfast"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

4.5 out of 5
Rua do Riachuelo,124, Centro do Rio de Janeiro - Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$130 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$130
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"The bar had a good options"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
360 Rio Santos Dumont

360 Rio Santos Dumont

3 out of 5
R. Sen. Dantas, 80, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer ...
9/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

360 Rio Santos Dumont
Chez Georges

Chez Georges

3 out of 5
Ladeira do Meireles, 90, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star villa in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Stunning views, beautiful architecture and charm in this boutique hotel in Rio. 10/10 would recommend!"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Chez Georges
Rio Downtown

Rio Downtown

3 out of 5
R. das Marrecas, 11, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a picnic area, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"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

Rio Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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