Best of Rio Secrets of Santa Teresa and Lapa Steps

Best of Rio Secrets of Santa Teresa and Lapa Steps

Visit one of Rio de Janiero's oldest neighborhoods on this Santa Teresa discovery tour! Explore cobblestone streets and admire the neighborhoods’ unique architectural styles while taking in stunning views of the city. Visit the Chácara do Céu Museum and Ruins Park before stopping by the famous Selarón Staircase.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Cinelandia, Avenue rio Branco, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-050 Brazil

Cinelandia Square: we'll see the Municipal Theater, House of Representatives, Fine Arts Museum and the National Library

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Parque das Ruinas, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, 20241-050, Brazil

Park of the Ruins: This place was a former socialite house that was turned into a public cultural center. The rooftop has stunning views over downtown area and its current architecture mixes old and modern structures.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Largo dos Guimaraes, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-310 Brazil

Largo dos Guimarães​: this is the main square in Santa where we'll see most of the local shops, restaurants and studios

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Escadaria Selaron, Rua Joaquim Silva S/N, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-110 Brazil

Lapa Arches and Selaron Staircase: we'll see the former acqueduct that nowadays is the bridge for the old tram connecting Downtown Rio to Santa Teresa neighborhood. We'll also see the masterpiece of Jorge Selaron. A 23-year work of a staircase completely covered by tiles from all over the world.
One of Rio's oldest neighbourhoods, Santa Teresa, situated high on a hill overlooking Rio, enchants locals and visitors alike with its cobbled streets and eclectic architectural styles. The views of the city centre and the bay aren't too shabby either. (Okay, they're stunning, but that's hardly a surprise...we're in Rio, after all!).

Duration: 30 minutes