South Zone, Rio de Janeiro

Name: South Zone
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#107 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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The South Zone is an area of the city of Rio de Janeiro situated between the Tijuca Massif, the Atlantic Ocean and Guanabara Bay. Most of it is made up of neighbourhoods along the Atlantic coastline, such as São Conrado, Vidigal, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Leme. ()

Local name: Zona Sul Coordinates: 22°58'27"S, 43°11'58"W

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South Zone – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Eva Klabin House Museum, Parque Lage, Fort Copacabana.

0.7 miW
Natural lagoon hosting rowing and canoeing
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Rio de Janeiro
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon is a picturesque waterbody that has become an iconic sport venue and a beloved recreational area for both locals and tourists. Surrounded by the verdant slopes of Corcovado and the bustling urban...
~730 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Eva Klabin House Museum, Rio de Janeiro
4 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Rio de Janeiro, the Eva Klabin House Museum stands as a testament to art and history, offering visitors a glimpse into the life of one of Brazil's most prominent art collectors. This museum, once the residence of Eva Klabin herself, is a...
1.2 miNW
Park, Historical place
Parque Lage, Rio de Janeiro
31 min walk • Nestled at the foot of the Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Parque Lage is a tranquil oasis that offers a respite from the city's bustling streets. This public park, with its lush Atlantic rainforest and serene walking trails, is a favorite among locals...
1.2 miSE
Distance events beside a historic fort
Fort Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
30 min walk • Fort Copacabana, nestled at the tip of the Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, serves as a historical museum and a reminder of Brazil's military past. This coastal defense fort, constructed in 1914, was initially built to protect the city from potential naval attacks.
1.1 miE
Watersports, Water park, Amusement park
Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro
29 min walk • Copacabana is a bairro located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is most prominently known for its 4 km balneario beach, which is one of the most famous in the world.
1.2 miSW
22°58'56"S • 43°13'0"W
Shopping Leblon, Rio de Janeiro
32 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.7 miS
Park
General Osório Square, Rio de Janeiro
20 min walk • General Osório Square is a square in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The square is bordered to the north by Rua Visconde de Pirajá, the main commercial street in Ipanema; Rua Jangadeiros to the east; Rua Prudente de Morais to the south, which extends west from the square; and the small Rua Teixeira de Melo to the west.
1.2 miE
Street
Avenida Atlântica, Rio de Janeiro
32 min walk • Avenida Atlântica is a major seaside avenue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is 4 kilometers long, and spans the entire length of the neighbourhoods of Copacabana and Leme.
1.2 miSE
Beach
Praia do Diabo, Rio de Janeiro
31 min walk • Ipanema is a neighbourhood located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, between Leblon and Arpoador. The beach at Ipanema became known internationally with the popularity of the bossa nova jazz song, "The Girl from Ipanema", written by Antônio Carlos Jobim and Vinícius de Moraes.
1.3 miNE
Cemetery
Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro
32 min walk • Cemitério de São João Batista is a municipal necropolis originally owned and operated by the Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, and run, since August 2014, by the private company Rio Pax.
1.1 miSE
Staple for swimming and sunset viewing
Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro
28 min walk • Arpoador is a region located on the southern zone of the city Rio de Janeiro, in a small peninsula between Ipanema and Copacabana. Part of its territory belongs to the neighbourhood of Ipanema, and part to Copacabana.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to South Zone?

Nearby attractions include Eva Klabin House Museum, Rio de Janeiro (4 min walk), Cantagalo–Pavão–Pavãozinho, Rio de Janeiro (13 min walk), Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro (18 min walk), General Osório Square, Rio de Janeiro (20 min walk).

How to get to South Zone by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Zone:

Metro

Cantagalo • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
General Osório • Lines: 1, 4 (15 min walk)

Bus

BRS 2 Bolívar • Lines: Brs 2 (12 min walk)
BRS 3 Bolivar • Lines: Brs 3, BRS Copacabana (16 min walk)