Lapa, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Lapa
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#46 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing

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Facts and practical information

Lapa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°54'47"S, 43°10'56"W

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CentroRio de Janeiro Brazil

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Day trips

Lapa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Circo Voador, Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Theatro Municipal, Arcos da Lapa.

~480 ftE
Nightlife, Dancing
Circo Voador, Rio de Janeiro
3 min walk • Circo Voador stands as a vibrant epicenter of culture and nightlife in the bustling city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This iconic night club, nestled in the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa, is renowned for its eclectic mix of live music, art exhibitions, and dance parties...
~950 ftNE
Modern pyramid-shaped Catholic cathedral
Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Rio de Janeiro
5 min walk • The Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, officially known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, stands as a modernist masterpiece in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Unlike traditional church architecture, this cathedral boasts a unique conical shape that soars 75...
0.5 miNE
Ornate theater with tours and performances
Theatro Municipal, Rio de Janeiro
12 min walk • The Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands as an architectural marvel and a cultural beacon in the heart of the city. This opulent theatre, inaugurated in 1909, serves as a testament to the city's commitment to the performing arts and remains one of the...
~740 ftE
Elegant, 18th-century aqueduct
Arcos da Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
4 min walk • The Arcos da Lapa, an iconic aqueduct in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands as a testament to both the city's colonial past and its vibrant present. Constructed in the mid-18th century, this monumental structure was originally designed to transport water from...
~870 ftN
Palace
Solar do Marques do Lavradio, Rio de Janeiro
5 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Rio de Janeiro, the Solar do Marques do Lavradio stands as a testament to Brazil's colonial past and architectural heritage. This grandiose structure, also known as the Palacete do Lavradio, is an exquisite example of 18th-century urban...
~1840 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Presbyterian Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
9 min walk • The Presbyterian Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro is a historic congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Brazil. It was the first Presbyterian church in the country.
~1260 ftSE
Iconic stairway covered with mosaic tile
Escadaria Selarón, Rio de Janeiro
7 min walk • Escadaria Selarón, also known as the 'Selaron Steps', is a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are the work of Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón who claimed it as "my tribute to the Brazilian people".
~1890 ftE
Park
Passeio Público, Rio de Janeiro
10 min walk • The Passeio Público is a public park in the historic centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Built after 1779, it is the oldest public park of Brazil and one of the oldest in the Americas.
0.4 miE
Square, Neighbourhood
Cinelândia, Rio de Janeiro
12 min walk • Cinelândia is the popular name of a major public square in the centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its official name is Praça Floriano Peixoto, in honour of the second president of Brazil, Floriano Peixoto.
0.5 miNE
Grand national library headquarters
National Library, Rio de Janeiro
13 min walk • The Biblioteca Nacional do Brasil is the depository of the bibliographic and documentary heritage of Brazil. It is located in Rio de Janeiro, the capital city of Brazil from 1822 to 1960, more specifically at Cinelândia square.
~1330 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Civil Police Museum, Rio de Janeiro
7 min walk • The Rio de Janeiro Civil Police Museum is a historical museum in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It organizes and promotes permanent and temporary exhibitions of documents and items that portray the activities of Civil Police in the history of Rio de Janeiro since colonial times.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lapa?

Nearby attractions include Igreja Ortodoxa de São Nicolau, Rio de Janeiro (3 min walk), Arcos da Lapa, Rio de Janeiro (4 min walk), Solar do Marques do Lavradio, Rio de Janeiro (5 min walk), Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Rio de Janeiro (5 min walk).

How to get to Lapa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lapa:

Tram

Portinha • Lines: Bonde de Santa Teresa (4 min walk)
Stop (7 min walk)

Metro

Cinelândia • Lines: 1, 2 (12 min walk)
Carioca • Lines: 1, 2 (12 min walk)

Light rail

Cinelândia • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (12 min walk)
Carioca • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (14 min walk)

Bus

Terminal Menezes Côrtes (18 min walk)
Terminal Rodoviário Procópio Ferreira (22 min walk)

Train

Central do Brasil (23 min walk)

Ferry

Praça XV • Lines: Charitas - Praça XV, Cocotá - Praça XV, Paquetá - Praça XV, Praça Arariboia - Praça XV, Praça XV - Charitas, Praça XV - Cocotá, Praça XV - Paquetá, Praça XV - Praça Arariboia (26 min walk)
Ilha Fiscal • Lines: Espaço Cultural da Marinha-Ilha (37 min walk)

Aerialway

Américo Brum • Lines: Teleférico da Providência (32 min walk)
Gamboa • Lines: Teleférico da Providência (36 min walk)