laranjeiras is a neighborhood, ideally for cariocas wanting to live in a calm area, not too far yet no too close to the buzzing spirit of the frequented parts of the city - one can find important governmental buildings such as the rio de janeiro state department, as well as iconic educational divisions such as the national institute of deaf education (ines), and a popular soccer club such as the fluminense football club.

a frequented hostel in this district is refúgio, a happy and inviting establishment on a colonial building within walking distance of the metrô of largo do machado - guests staying here should take the opportunity of visiting the surroundings areas, and perhaps visit galeria condor, where one can find shops and restaurants - a delicious arabian meat esfiha can be found here at sírio libanesa.