Santa Teresa Tram, Historic tram system in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The yellow electric tram cars travel along narrow tracks through steep streets, connecting downtown Rio de Janeiro with Santa Teresa neighborhood.
The Santa Teresa Tram began operations in 1875, initially designed to transport water and later adapted for passenger service across the hillside district.
The trams serve as a meeting point for artists, residents, and travelers who gather in the neighborhood's galleries, studios, and restaurants.
Passengers can board at Lelio Gama Street station and travel to Dois Irmaos station, with stops at Largo do Curvelo along the route.
The tram system runs on rare 1,100-millimeter gauge tracks built upon the former Carioca Aqueduct, which once supplied water to Rio de Janeiro.
Location: Santa Teresa
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Official opening: 1875
Part of: transport in Rio de Janeiro (city)
Website: http://bondesdesantateresa.rj.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -22.91290,-43.17990
Latest update: May 21, 2025 05:59
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