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June 17, 2023

Rio de Janerio, Brazil

Tatiana & Tyler

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Things To Do

Here are some of our recommendations and favorite spots!

Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar)

Urca, RJ, Brazil

The Sugarloaf (aka Pão de Açúcar) is a peak situated in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at the mouth of Guanabara Bay. This cable-car ride up the mountain provides incredible panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro and the neighboring city of Niteroi. Tickets are expected to cost R$130,00 ($32 USD). Afterwards there is a great restaurant, Terra Brasilis, at the neighboring Praia Vermelho (Red Beach) where you can find tasty drinks and appetizers. Note: There is no strenuous activity for this event. A cable-car will take visitors directly to the top of the mountain from the ground.

Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro (Botanical Gardens)

1008 Rua Jardim Botânico, Jardim Botânico, RJ 22460-030, Brazil

, +55 21 3874-1808

Located just one block from the Bacellar's apartment, this expansive garden is a great place to experience and explore the diverse flora of Brazil. With a cafe in the garden, we recommend grabbing breakfast or lunch and walking around for a few hours. The garden was founded in 1808 by King João VI of Portugal. Originally intended for the acclimatization of spices like nutmeg, pepper and cinnamon imported from the West Indies, the garden was opened to the public in 1822. Tickets are expected to cost approximately $R60,00 ($12 USD). Note: This is considered a fairly strenuous activity. Though all ground is level, it is an expensive area with 'natural' terrain.

Ipanema Beach

Ipanema, RJ, Brazil

Everyone has heard the song 'The Girl from Ipanema', but have you actually ever seen her? This iconic, beautiful beach is a mandatory stop while in Rio de Janeiro. The selected hotel will be in Ipanema so this beach will be incredibly accessible to all guests. Umbrellas and chairs can be rented at the beach for just a few reais. Beers and water can be purchased from the same place. Additionally, vendors will come around selling drinks and snacks. We recommend grabbing "matte y limao" (1/2 matte, 1/2 lemonade) and Globos (tapioca-based 'biscuits') while there. There are plenty of restaurants, bars, and juice bars to visit in the area after the beach. Note: Be sure to put on sunscreen and reapply!

Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor)

Santa Teresa, RJ 22261, Brazil

Come see one of the seven Modern Wonders of the World while in Brazil. The Christ the Redeemer (aka Cristo Redentor) statue is the largest art-deco statue in the world, standing an impressive 38m (124ft) tall. While here, you will also get a breathtaking view of the city amongst the mountain range surrounding the area. Tati took Tyler there on his first visit to Brazil - he loved it. Tickets are expected to cost approximately R$85,00 ($18.00 USD). Note: There is no strenuous activity for this event. A tram will take visitors directly to the statue from a lower location in the mountains.

La Bicyclette - Breakfast/Lunch

320 Rua Pacheco Leão, Jardim Botânico, RJ 22460-030, Brazil

, +55 21 3256-9052

Fantastic breakfast next to the Botanic Gardens

Empório Jardim na Praia - Breakfast/Lunch

62 Rua Maria Quitéria, Ipanema, RJ 22410-040, Brazil

, +55 21 2513-5151

One of our favorite breakfast spots in the city!

Guimas - Lunch/Dinner

R. José Roberto Macedo Soares, Gavea, RJ 22470-100, Brazil

This is one of our all time favorite places to eat! We have at least one meal here every time we visit.

Venga Cocina Española - Lunch/Dinner

147 Rua Garcia d'Avila, Ipanema, RJ 22421-010, Brazil

, +55 21 2247-0234

Fun bar to visit near the beach!

Academia da Cachaça - Drinks

26 Rua Conde de Bernadotte, Leblon, RJ 22430-200, Brazil

, +55 21 98450-1695

Super fun spot! Cachaça is a Brazilian sugar cane base liquor so this is a very traditional spot. They also have very typical Brazilian food. Fair warning, cachaça is strong so procced with caution!

Jobi - Drinks

1166 Avenida Ataulfo de Paiva, Leblon, RJ 22440-035, Brazil

, +55 21 2274-0547

Bibi Sucos - Juices

Found throughout Rio, Brazil

Popular juice chain that you can find throughout Rio - Tyler's favorite flavors are strawberry and passion fruit! Reminder to ask for sugar (com açúcar) as juice typically comes without. It is a great spot to get açai if you are looking for a place to try it! Bibi also has sandwiches if you want a lighter meal.