Benfica, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Benfica
Address: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#209 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Benfica is a neighborhood in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located near São Cristóvão and Engenho de Dentro, within the Centro Administrative Region. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°53'32"S, 43°14'25"W

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São Cristóvão (Benfica)Rio de Janeiro Brazil

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

Nearby attractions include: Paço de São Cristóvão, Quinta da Boa Vista, Estádio São Januário, Museu da Vida.

1.3 miSE
Palace
Paço de São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro
34 min walk • The Paço de São Cristóvão, a regal palace nestled in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the nation. This majestic structure, once a residence for the Brazilian imperial family, is situated...
1.3 miSE
Public park with historic buildings
Quinta da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro
33 min walk • Quinta da Boa Vista, a verdant oasis amidst the bustling city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands as a testament to the nation's rich history and natural beauty. This sprawling park, once the gardens of the São Cristóvão Palace, now opens its gates to the public...
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estádio São Januário, Rio de Janeiro
20 min walk • Estádio São Januário, a historic fortress of Brazilian football, stands proudly in the bustling city of Rio de Janeiro. This iconic sports venue serves as the home ground for Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama, one of Brazil's traditional football powerhouses.
1.1 miN
Museum
Museu da Vida, Rio de Janeiro
29 min walk • The Museum of Life is located at the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
1.3 miE
Neighbourhood
Imperial de São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro
33 min walk • São Cristóvão is a traditional neighborhood in north of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
1.3 miNE
Cemetery
Caju Cemetery, Rio de Janeiro
34 min walk • The São Francisco Xavier Cemetery is the largest of the many necropolises that make up the group popularly known as the Caju Cemetery, located in the Caju neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro's North Zone.
1 miE
Observatories and planetariums
National Observatory, Rio de Janeiro
25 min walk • The National Observatory is an institution localized in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded by Pedro I on October 15, 1827, it is one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country. Its initial purpose was to guide the geographic studies of Brazil and teaching navigation.
0.9 miS
Neighbourhood
São Francisco Xavier, Rio de Janeiro
23 min walk • São Francisco Xavier is a neighborhood in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
1.2 miSW
Neighbourhood
Riachuelo, Rio de Janeiro
31 min walk • Riachuelo is a neighborhood in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
0.7 miNW
Library
Manguinhos Library Park, Rio de Janeiro
19 min walk • Manguinhos Library Park is a library and park complex in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The library opened on April 29, 2010. It contains over 25,000 books, 900 DVDs and 3 million songs, and also has a theatre that seats 200 people, a music room, classrooms, and a “Meu Bairro” room created for community member meetings.
1.1 miSE
Aquarium, Garden, Park
Jardim Zoológico, Rio de Janeiro
29 min walk • The Rio de Janeiro Zoological Garden is a zoo located in the district of São Cristóvão, in the municipality of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Benfica?

Nearby attractions include Triagem, Rio de Janeiro (10 min walk), Manguinhos Library Park, Rio de Janeiro (19 min walk), Estádio São Januário, Rio de Janeiro (20 min walk), Mangueira, Rio de Janeiro (22 min walk).

How to get to Benfica by public transport?

The nearest stations to Benfica:

Train

Triagem (10 min walk)
São Francisco Xavier (20 min walk)

Metro

Triagem • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)

Bus

Manguinhos (16 min walk)
Caju (27 min walk)