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Things to do in Lapa, Rio de Janeiro

3 places in Lapa from 15 Rio de Janeiro travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

3 places

  1. Selarón Steps

    Landmark · Lapa

    Colorful mosaic staircase by artist Jorge Selarón, with tiles from around the world, linking bohemian Santa Teresa to Lapa. Crowded by day, so go early.

  2. Lapa

    Neighborhood · Lapa

    Rio's nightlife district at the foot of the Selarón Steps.

  3. Lapa Arches

    Historic site · Lapa

    An 18th-century aqueduct built to supply the city with water, now crossed by the Santa Teresa tram in an area alive at night with samba.