Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro

#172 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Cosme Velho is a neighborhood in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, adjacent to Laranjeiras. Its main street is Rua Cosme Velho, an extension of Rua das Laranjeiras. Cosme Velho is frequently visited by tourists. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°56'29"S, 43°12'2"W

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Botafogo (Cosme Velho)Rio de Janeiro Brazil

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Cosme Velho – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Christ the Redeemer Statue, Palácio Laranjeiras, Corcovado, Estádio das Laranjeiras.

1 miSW
Iconic Christ statue atop a mountain
Christ the Redeemer Statue, Rio de Janeiro
25 min walk • Rising high above the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the Christ the Redeemer statue stands as an iconic symbol of peace and a beacon of Brazilian Christianity. Perched atop the 700-meter-high Corcovado Mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park, this...
1.3 miNE
Palace
Palácio Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
34 min walk • The Palácio Laranjeiras is an emblematic building nestled in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This historic mansion serves as the official residence of the Governor of the State of Rio de Janeiro. Constructed in the early 20th century, specifically between...
1 miSW
Landmark mountain with panoramic views
Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro
25 min walk • Corcovado, a towering mountain in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is an iconic landmark that stands as a sentinel over the picturesque landscapes of this seaside metropolis. Known for its panoramic views of Rio and the famous Christ the Redeemer statue that...
1.1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estádio das Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
28 min walk • Estádio das Laranjeiras, a historic sports venue nestled in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands not only as a testament to the country's rich football legacy but also as a cherished cultural landmark. This stadium, which served as the cradle of Brazilian...
1.2 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Botafogo Praia Shopping, Rio de Janeiro
31 min walk • Botafogo Praia Shopping is a shopping center located in front of Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro, opened in 1999.
~680 ftN
Square
Largo do Boticário, Rio de Janeiro
4 min walk • The Largo do Boticário is a square in the Cosme Velho neighborhood of the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. The square can be reached by the Beco do Boticário, that passes by the Carioca River. The area is characterized by large, neo-colonial houses and Atlantic Forest vegetation.
0.9 miSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro
24 min walk • O Museu do Índio is a cultural and scientific agency of the Fundação Nacional do Índio or FUNAI. It was created by Darcy Ribeiro, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1953.
1.4 miSE
Cemetery
Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro
37 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.
1.2 miE
22°56'36"S • 43°10'57"W
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on the Botafogo Beach, Rio de Janeiro
30 min walk • Church, Architecture, Historical place
1.1 miSE
Beach
Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
30 min walk • Botafogo is a beachfront neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is a mostly upper middle class and small commerce community, and is located between the hills of Mundo Novo, Dona Marta and São João. The word Botafogo also refers to a Latin American ballroom dance move, named so because the area of Botafogo is where it originated.
~690 ftNE
22°56'26"S • 43°11'56"W
Museu Internacional de Arte Naïf, Rio de Janeiro
4 min walk • Museum, Art museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cosme Velho?

Nearby attractions include Largo do Boticário, Rio de Janeiro (4 min walk), Museu Internacional de Arte Naïf, Rio de Janeiro (4 min walk), Silvestre, Rio de Janeiro (6 min walk), Morro dos Prazeres, Rio de Janeiro (14 min walk).

How to get to Cosme Velho by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cosme Velho:

Bus

Terminal Rodoviário Urbano Cosme Velho (4 min walk)
Cobal • Lines: Mns (22 min walk)

Train

Cosme Velho (4 min walk)
Morro do Inglês (10 min walk)

Metro

Botafogo • Lines: 1, 2 (31 min walk)