Location: Zona Sul (South Zone)
Top Things to do in Zona Sul (South Zone)
What to do and see in Zona Sul (South Zone), State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): The Best Neighborhoods
With its plentiful beaches, dramatic mountains, and backdrop of samba and bossa nova rhythms, it's easy to fall in love with Rio de Janeiro. Made famous in song, Ipanema Beach is still the place to stroll, sunbathe, and be seen. The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, beckons visitors to Corcovado Mountain. Rio’s annual Carnaval celebrations are bacchanalian extravaganzas of feasting, music, dance, and costumed revelry.
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1. Igara Moda Arte
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
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2. Santa Teresa
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4.5 based on 1,606 reviews
This quaint bohemian neighborhood of Rio with colonial buildings and cobblestone streets steep on a hillside overlooking the city is earning the interest of tourists wishing to see an alternate Rio away from the beach scene. Art galleries and restaurants add to the local culture of Santa Teresa.
Reviewed By arvind1000 - Pune, India
A visit to this Bohemian arty neighbourhood, with old colourful colonial houses, is a must do on a visit to Rio. This is best done around noon when the restaurants and bars of the neighbourhood our open. The place has old world charm, something in a time warp. There is also an old tram which does circuit between Rio Centro and Saint Theresa and back. There are also a some nice souvenir and gift shops.
3. Urca
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4.5 based on 3,309 reviews
Reviewed By iamyaman
This is one of my favorite populated areas in Rio. The mountain is a nice view and good value for the cable car ride up to the top and then over to Sugarloaf. The beach is very clean and small. There is a military base at the bottom of Mount Urca so it is about as safe as you can get. The hike up the mountain is pretty good and the shops and restaurants in the area are very friendly.
4. Leme
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4.5 based on 501 reviews
Reviewed By Kingpaul100 - Malaga, Spain
Thisbos esswntially a quiter section of Copacabana Beach. Located at the far end- away from Ipanema. Things are a little quieter here. Not so many people. Water also a little less lively and therefore more suitable for children. Some great surfers to watch. Beach cafe/ bar / restaurants available.
5. Rocinha
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4.0 based on 360 reviews
Reviewed By 22jasminer - Greater London, United Kingdom
Had heard so much about the flavalas and wanted to visit so did a guided tour and wasn’t disappointed. Our guide was informative and everyone we met was lovely and made us feel welcome. Would recommend this as a tour if ur in Rio.
