Guidebook for Rio de Janeiro
Sightseeing
The famous Lapa Steps covered in Mosaic tiles from all over the world!
505 locals recommend
Selaron Steps
Rua Manuel CarneiroThe famous Lapa Steps covered in Mosaic tiles from all over the world!
The famous Lapa Arches use to be an aqueduct now is a bridge for the yellow "Bonde" (train) that travels from Carioca Station up to Santa Teresa.
417 locals recommend
Carioca Aqueduct
The famous Lapa Arches use to be an aqueduct now is a bridge for the yellow "Bonde" (train) that travels from Carioca Station up to Santa Teresa.
The bohemian Neighborhood of Santa Teresa is one of Rio's most charming places to walk. Filled with restaurants, cafes and stores to buy local art.
593 locals recommend
Santa Teresa
The bohemian Neighborhood of Santa Teresa is one of Rio's most charming places to walk. Filled with restaurants, cafes and stores to buy local art.
Get a 280 degree view of the city center from this demolished mansion, now renovated into a popular view point. Theres also a museum in the basement.
512 locals recommend
Park of the Ruins
169 R. Murtinho NobreGet a 280 degree view of the city center from this demolished mansion, now renovated into a popular view point. Theres also a museum in the basement.
Food Scene
The best thin crust, Italian pizza in all of Rio ;) Open Monday – Saturday 7pm to Midnight.
60 locals recommend
Pizzaria do Chico
21 R. Santa CristinaThe best thin crust, Italian pizza in all of Rio ;) Open Monday – Saturday 7pm to Midnight.
Enjoy this step back in to time as you enjoy delicious pastries or a decadent lunch at this famous, old world cafe.
1015 locals recommend
Confeitaria Colombo
01 Praça Cel. Eugênio FrancoEnjoy this step back in to time as you enjoy delicious pastries or a decadent lunch at this famous, old world cafe.
Cafecito Café
121 Rua Paschoal Carlos MagnoEnjoy a tasty cup of coffee in this bohemian cafe.
Everything Else
A beautiful walk to Mariana da Gloria will bring you to the port where all ships are at dock.
178 locals recommend
Marina Da Gloria
S/N Av. Infante Dom HenriqueA beautiful walk to Mariana da Gloria will bring you to the port where all ships are at dock.
The beautiful Flamengo beach has views of the Christ Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Nestled in the Flamengo Park - it is an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
13 locals recommend
Praia do Flamengo próximo ao 132
The beautiful Flamengo beach has views of the Christ Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Nestled in the Flamengo Park - it is an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Grab quick and easy transport up to Christ the Redeemer Statue at the back of the Largo do Mechado plaza. Take the metro 1 stop or walk 15 minutes to arrive.
182 locals recommend
40 station Largo do Machado
Largo do MachadoGrab quick and easy transport up to Christ the Redeemer Statue at the back of the Largo do Mechado plaza. Take the metro 1 stop or walk 15 minutes to arrive.
Carioca Metro Station
The free walking tour starts here at Carioca Metro station.
Arts & Culture
An exact replica of the Opera House in Paris – one of Rio's most beautiful, awe-inspiring buildings is a must-see!
738 locals recommend
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
S/N Praça FlorianoAn exact replica of the Opera House in Paris – one of Rio's most beautiful, awe-inspiring buildings is a must-see!
Wonderful exhibits can be seen at the Modern art Museum – walking distance.
703 locals recommend
Modern Art Museum
85 Av. Infante Dom HenriqueWonderful exhibits can be seen at the Modern art Museum – walking distance.