Things to Do in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

Santa Teresa is a historic hilltop neighborhood known for its winding, narrow streets and many artists. It contains the Museu da Chácara do Céu, the Museu do Bonde, and the Santa Teresa Tram, which crosses the Carioca Aqueduct.

Christ the RedeemerWorld Heritage Site
Escadaria SelarónLandmark
Monastery of Saint TheresaMonastery

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Top things to do in Santa Teresa

Christ the Redeemer
★ 4.8 · 131.9k
World Heritage Site★
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
Every day
8 AM – 7 PM
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Escadaria Selarón
★ 4.6 · 94.9k
Landmark★
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM, 9 AM – 5 PM
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Monastery of Saint Theresa
Monastery★
Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
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Parque das Ruínas
★ 4.7 · 15.7k
History Museum
Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.
Mon
9 AM – 6 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
9 AM – 6 PM
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Largo do Curvelo
★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Plaza
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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La Vereda
Specialty Store
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Where to eat & drink in Santa Teresa

Aprazível
★ 4.3 · 6.1k
Brazilian· R$200+
Aprazível is a must for those who love a combination of delicious cuisine and nature.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 11 PM
Sun
12 PM – 6 PM
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Armazém São Thiago (Bar do Gomez)
★ 4.7 · 2.0k
Pub· R$40–120
A quaint bar set in a 1920s-style warehouse, with a late-night funky vibe & a variety of appetizers.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 11 PM
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Armazém São Joaquim
★ 4.8 · 2.9k
Restaurant
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Bar do Serginho
★ 4.6 · 858
Bar· R$20–80
Bottled beer, pizza & sandwiches at this corner bar, which also serves breakfast & juices.
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Bar da Fatinha
★ 4.7 · 450
Bar· R$20–100
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
4 PM – 12 AM
Sat
4 PM – 12 AM
Sun
3 PM – 10 PM
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Bonde Boca
★ 4.7 · 1.1k
Restaurant· R$40–60
Rustic, colorful eatery with a terrace & city views, serving pasta, curry & grilled meat dishes.
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Restaurante Cantina do Gaúcho
★ 4.7 · 904
Restaurant· R$40–60
This spot serves Brazilian-style roasted meat in a family-friendly setting with a terrace.
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Bar dos Descasados
★ 4.5 · 349
Bar· $$$
Mon–Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
2 PM – 8 PM
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Explorer Bar
★ 4.5 · 2.0k
Cocktail Bar· R$60–160
Hotel bar with a leafy terrace, offering international cuisine & cocktails, plus breakfast.
Mon–Thu
3 PM – 11 PM
Fri
12 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 11 PM
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Mô Café
★ 4.7 · 822
Coffee Shop· R$20–40
Every day
10 AM – 7 PM
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