Silvestre, Rio de Janeiro

#330 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Facts and practical information

Silvestre is a region of Rio de Janeiro, but not officially recognized as a neighborhood. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°56'35"S, 43°12'14"W

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Botafogo (Cosme Velho)Rio de Janeiro Brazil

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

Nearby attractions include: Christ the Redeemer Statue, Corcovado, Estádio das Laranjeiras, Largo do Boticário.

0.8 miSW
Iconic Christ statue atop a mountain
Christ the Redeemer Statue, Rio de Janeiro
20 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...
0.8 miSW
Landmark mountain with panoramic views
Corcovado, Rio de Janeiro
20 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...
1.3 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estádio das Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
34 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...
~1470 ftNE
Square
Largo do Boticário, Rio de Janeiro
8 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.
1 miSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Índio, Rio de Janeiro
26 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.
1.5 miSE
Cemetery
Cemitério de São João Batista, Rio de Janeiro
38 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.
~1230 ftNE
Neighbourhood
Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro
6 min walk • 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. The Estação de Ferro do Corcovado is located here.
1.3 miSE
Beach
Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
33 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.
~1920 ftNE
22°56'26"S • 43°11'56"W
Museu Internacional de Arte Naïf, Rio de Janeiro
10 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.4 miSE
22°57'22"S • 43°11'10"W
Solar Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
37 min walk • Museum, Theater, Concerts and shows
1.1 miN
Neighbourhood
Rio Comprido, Rio de Janeiro
28 min walk • Rio Comprido is a neighborhood located in the center of Rio de Janeiro city, in Brazil. It borders the Catumbi, Estácio, Praça da Bandeira and Tijuca neighborhoods.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Silvestre?

Nearby attractions include Cosme Velho, Rio de Janeiro (6 min walk), Largo do Boticário, Rio de Janeiro (8 min walk), Museu Internacional de Arte Naïf, Rio de Janeiro (10 min walk), Morro dos Prazeres, Rio de Janeiro (15 min walk).

How to get to Silvestre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Silvestre:

Train

Morro do Inglês (7 min walk)
Cosme Velho (10 min walk)

Bus

Terminal Rodoviário Urbano Cosme Velho (9 min walk)
Cobal • Lines: Mns (22 min walk)