Esteban & Marina
Things To Do
Christ the Redeemer
Christ the Redeemer is the most iconic landmark of Rio de Janeiro. The statue is 30 meters (98 feet) high and located at the peak of the 700-meter-tall Corcovado mountain (2,300 ft), overlooking the city. This is a must see and the view from the top is like no other. Try to avoid cloudy days and go early in the morning to avoid crowds. Tickets are R$93.50 (about $18) for adults and R$64 (about $12) for children 5 to 11 years of age. Senior tickets (60+) are R$32 (about $6).
Sugarloaf Mountain
At approximately 1300ft (396 meters) high, the Sugarloaf Mountain presents another breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro. Tickets are R$150 (about $30 per person) and R$220 (about $40) if you would like to avoid lines. Children 12 years and younger and senior (60+) visitors get a 50% discount with identification.
Feira Hippie (Hippie Street Fair)
This craft and food market happens every Sunday in Ipanema and is a great place to get a glimpse of the diverse Brazilian culture through art and food. The market is open from 8am to 6pm on Sundays only. A great place for souvenirs!
Jardim Botânico
The botanical garden was created in 1808 by Dom John VI of Portugal and has an amazing collection of plants from all over the world, including greenhouses for Orchids, Bromeliads, Ferns, and Insectivorous Plants. Tickets are R$60 (about $12) per person.
Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
"Lagoa" is a natural lake renowned for its tranquility and beauty. There is a bike path all around the lake as well as trees and other vegetation. Framed by the mountain skyline, it provides the perfect landscape for amazing sunsets. You can find bikes for rent and refreshing coconut water as well as eateries around the path. One option for bike rental is "Bike Itaú". You can download the app on your phone and it works similar to most ridesharing apps, like Lime and Lyft.
Museu do Amanhã
A new icon of the modernization of Rio de Janeiro’s harbor, the Museum of Tomorrow was born in the Praça Mauá as a science museum meant to explore, imagine, and conceive all the possibilities for constructing the future. An experimental museum, where the content is presented through a narrative that combines the accuracy of science with the expressiveness of art, using technology as a support in interactive environments and audiovisual and gaming facilities created from scientific studies conducted by experts and data released all over the world." Tickets are R$30 (about $6) per person.
Ipanema Beach
Our favorite and the most iconic beach in Rio.
Shopping Leblon
Best shopping mall in the area, you'll find stores like Havaianas, Zara, Farm Rio, Richards & more.
Farm Rio Outlet
This is one is for the ladies, you're welcome! Boys, just don't look at your bank statement.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Tim Tim Botequim * Bar Lagoa Spicy Fish Braseiro da Gávea Rubaiyat * Casa Camolese Sushi Leblon * Alba Botafogo Bráz pizzaria * Bebe Lanche * Balada Mix *Highly recommend
Our Favorite Bars
Bosque Bar * Quartinho Bar Lemô bar Fala bar Bar do Gomez Santa Teresa * Highly Recommend