Laranjeiras (Portuguese pronunciation: [laɾɐ̃ˈʒejɾɐʃ], orange trees) is an upper-middle-class neighborhood located in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Primarily residential, It is one of the city's oldest neighborhoods, having been founded in the 17th century, with the construction of country houses in the valley located around the Carioca River, which bordered Corcovado Mountain.

While primarily residential, several important governmental, cultural, and sports institutions and schools make this a bustling neighborhood.

Laranjeiras' main streets (ruas) are: Well-known people that live, or have lived in Laranjeiras include: General Glicério Fair: The fair takes place every Saturday morning at General Glicério street.

It is a traditional event for the residents of the neighborhood, where you can find fresh fruits and fishes, as well as the favorite Brazilian fair food, sugarcane juice and "pastel" (fried pie).