São Cristóvão
Rio de Janeiro
Visit São Cristóvão
Popular places to visit
Quinta da Boa Vista
Explore Brazil’s oldest zoo and Latin America’s largest natural history museum or just do as the locals do and relax on the sunny lawns of this iconic park.
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day
São Cristóvão Hotel Deals
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Rio
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Travel
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
Other neighborhoods around São Cristóvão
Santa Teresa
The mountain views and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Santa Teresa. Selarón Steps and Corcovado are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Tijuca
The mountain views and churches are just a few things visitors like about Tijuca. Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around the larger area.
Lapa
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Lapa. You might want to make time for a stop at Circo Voador or Arcos da Lapa.
Glória
You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Catete
Catete is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to explore sights like Largo do Machado.
