Glória and Catete

In the mid-19th century, the neighborhoods of Glória and Catete were considered outskirts of Rio [1]. Their proximity to Centro [2] and the Baía de Guanabara lured Rio’s burgeoning upper-middle class, and they remained fashionable addresses until the mid-20th century.

Since then, the area has lost some of its luster; however, Catete in particular is quite lively with lots of local bars and restaurants [3] as well as a handful of interesting sights.