Guidebook for Rio
Food Scene
Capricciosa - Ipanema
134 R. Vinícius de MoraesOne of the best Italian pizza in Rio
Zazá Bistrô Tropical
40 R. Joana AngélicaNice drinks and cosy atmosphere
Braseiro da Gávea
116 Praça Santos DumontVery popular among the carioca crowd
One of the most popular sushi in Rio. Not cheap but very lively!
326 Einheimische empfehlen
Sushi Leblon
256 Rua Dias FerreiraOne of the most popular sushi in Rio. Not cheap but very lively!
Zuka
233B Rua Dias FerreiraTrendy international cousine
Gurumê
889 Estr. da GáveaNew sushi in town. Very lively
Corrientes
s/n Av. Infante Dom HenriqueBest meat in Rio on the Gloria harbor
Folkloric restaurant in the colonial district of Santa Teresa. Nice food and unique atmosphere
293 Einheimische empfehlen
Aprazível
62 R. AprazívelFolkloric restaurant in the colonial district of Santa Teresa. Nice food and unique atmosphere
Best fish in Rio, quite pricey though.
Book the internal patio :)
141 Einheimische empfehlen
Satyricon
192 R. Barão da TorreBest fish in Rio, quite pricey though.
Book the internal patio :)
Kurt
117 B R. Gen. UrquizaDelicious cakes and pastries :)
Typical Portuguese restaurant, small and generally packed! Very popular among cariocas
304 Einheimische empfehlen
Jobi
1166 Av. Ataulfo de PaivaTypical Portuguese restaurant, small and generally packed! Very popular among cariocas
Very nice Italian restaurant and seafood in the Fasano hotel. Pricey though!
10 Einheimische empfehlen
Fasano Al Mare
80 Av. Vieira SoutoVery nice Italian restaurant and seafood in the Fasano hotel. Pricey though!
On the top floor of the Museum of Art of Rio, very convenient when you make a day in the Praça Mauá area. Really beautiful view!
Restaurante Mauá
5 Praça MauáOn the top floor of the Museum of Art of Rio, very convenient when you make a day in the Praça Mauá area. Really beautiful view!
Traditional, very popular among cariocas both for lunch and dinner and generally crowded during weekends. Very good value for money!
149 Einheimische empfehlen
Bar Lagoa
1674 Av. Epitácio PessoaTraditional, very popular among cariocas both for lunch and dinner and generally crowded during weekends. Very good value for money!
Alessandro & Frederico Café
134 Rua Garcia d'AvilaGreat place for breakfast in Ipanema
Casa Graviola - Leblon
1240 Av. Ataulfo de PaivaHealthy and well presented, including vegan dishes. A bit pricey though
One of the best views in Rio de Janeiro!
Perfect for late lunch or early dinner
32 Einheimische empfehlen
Xian Rio
365 Av. Alm. Silvio de NoronhaOne of the best views in Rio de Janeiro!
Perfect for late lunch or early dinner
Drinks & Nightlife
Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro
80 Av. Vieira SoutoLively bar on the ground floor of Hotel Fasano
Bar Dos Descasados
15 R. Felício dos SantosFor a romantic drink in Santa Teresa
Azur
1746 Av. Delfim MoreiraOn the beach, always busy and lively....good for drinks and appetizers
Boteco Belmonte
242 R. Domingos FerreiraVery popular with locals on weekend afternoons and nights
Palaphita
S/N Av. Epitácio PessoaGood for a drink in front of the lagoon
Parks & Nature
Brazilian rain-forrest...plan a jeep tour on a sunny day
535 Einheimische empfehlen
Parque Florestal da Tijuca
Brazilian rain-forrest...plan a jeep tour on a sunny day
Botanischer Garten Rio de Janeiro
1008 R. Jardim BotânicoBotanical park, for nature lovers :)
Amazing spot for lunch in a beautiful park and building, and a great view of Christ the Redeemer
1473 Einheimische empfehlen
Lage Park
414 R. Jardim BotânicoAmazing spot for lunch in a beautiful park and building, and a great view of Christ the Redeemer
Sightseeing
Zuckerhut
Amazing view, do not miss it :)
Cristo Redentor
Amazing view, do not miss it!
Vista Chinesa
Breath taking view of the city
Colonial neighbourhood, with nice Brazilian restaurants and local arts. You can get there from city centre by tram
594 Einheimische empfehlen
Santa Teresa
Colonial neighbourhood, with nice Brazilian restaurants and local arts. You can get there from city centre by tram
Arts & Culture
Museu do Amanhã
1 Praça MauáContemporary art
Museu de Arte do Rio – MAR
5 Praça MauáModern and contemporary
Museum designed by the very famous architect Oscar Niemeyer
368 Einheimische empfehlen
Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Niterói
s/nº Mirante da Boa ViagemMuseum designed by the very famous architect Oscar Niemeyer
A worth-visiting cultural venue in the city center. Check-out programming and events during your stay in Rio!
719 Einheimische empfehlen
Cultural Center Bank of Brazil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro
66 R. Primeiro de MarçoA worth-visiting cultural venue in the city center. Check-out programming and events during your stay in Rio!
Gorgeous view of Copacabana beach, lovely café inside and generally not crowded. Best toward the end of the day to enjoy sunset!
1284 Einheimische empfehlen
Copacabana Fort
1, Posto 6 Praça Cel. Eugênio FrancoGorgeous view of Copacabana beach, lovely café inside and generally not crowded. Best toward the end of the day to enjoy sunset!
Shopping
Do not miss it on Sundays on Praça General Osorio
518 Einheimische empfehlen
Hippie Fair Crafts Market
Do not miss it on Sundays on Praça General Osorio
Shopping Leblon
290 Av. Afrânio de Melo FrancoTop shopping in Zona Sul district
Havaianas
19 R. Xavier da SilveiraThe famous Brazilian sandals, 2-minute walk from the apartment
To buy nice coffee table books of Brazil and Rio de Janeiro
122 Einheimische empfehlen
Livraria da Travessa
572 R. Visc. de PirajáTo buy nice coffee table books of Brazil and Rio de Janeiro
Lenny Niemeyer
149 Rua Garcia d'AvilaThe best bikinis and beachwear in Rio
Essentials
Loja TIM
For your local SIM card, just 2-minute walk from the apartment
Everything from food to house cleaning
284 Einheimische empfehlen
Supermercado Zona Sul - Ipanema, Visconde de Pirajá
118 R. Visc. de PirajáEverything from food to house cleaning
Hortifruti
281 Av. Prado JúniorFresh vegetables and fruits
Nespresso Boutique Ipanema
To refill Nespresso capsules if you ran out
Bodytech
1 Av. Lauro SodréIf you prefer to exercise indoors rather than on the beach
You need to buy "something"? Try this one, it is just around the corner!
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Multicoisas
201 R. Visc. de PirajáYou need to buy "something"? Try this one, it is just around the corner!
New supermarket, 1-block away from the apartment. Good prices!
25 Einheimische empfehlen
SuperPrix Supermercado
270 R. Visc. de PirajáNew supermarket, 1-block away from the apartment. Good prices!
Quality Lavanderia
170 R. Vinícius de MoraesIn case you need some professional cleaning