Lapa, Rio de Janeiro

Lapa
Neighborhood
Aerial view of Lapa
Aerial view of Lapa
Lapa is located in Rio de Janeiro
Lapa
Lapa
Location in Rio de Janeiro
Lapa is located in Brazil
Lapa
Lapa
Lapa (Brazil)
Coordinates: 22°54′49″S 43°10′54″W / 22.91361°S 43.18167°W / -22.91361; -43.18167
Country Brazil
StateRio de Janeiro (RJ)
Municipality/CityRio de Janeiro
ZoneCentro

Lapa is a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located in the center of the city, it is famous for its historical monuments and vibrant nightlife.

The neighborhood is home to the Arcos da Lapa, an impressive aqueduct constructed by colonial authorities in the mid-18th century. Another important historical attraction is the Passeio Público, the city's first public park, built in the 1780s.

Since the early 1950s, Lapa has been known for its lively cultural scene, featuring numerous restaurants and bars where Brazilian artists and intellectuals gather. It remains renowned for its venues offering various forms of Brazilian music. The Sala Cecília Meireles, an essential venue for chamber music, is also located in Lapa.