Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

VillageMall

Large shopping mall with upscale retail options, plus dining, a movie theater & a kids' play area.

Arcos da Lapa

18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.

Uptown Barra

Vibrant, contemporary retail center with up-to-date shops & an indoor market with diverse offerings.

Estátua de Carlos Drummond de Andrade

The bronze, waterfront sculpture of Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade is an iconic photo op.

Marius Degustare

Nautical memorabilia, rocks & antiques set the scene at this organic meat & seafood restaurant.

Trilha do Morro da Urca

Part of the 180-km. Transcarioca Trail, this short trail winds through jungle to Sugar Loaf's peak.

Marina da Glória

Center of the Olympic & Paralympic sailing competitions in an iconic setting near to the beach.

Bossa Nova Mall

Connected to an airport, this small complex offers shops, eateries & a hotel with a rooftop deck.

Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar

Praça General Osório

Américas Shopping

Modern shopping center for apparel & home goods, with a food court, movie theater & ice rink.

Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro

Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

Shopping Leblon

Multi-level mall featuring a variety of upscale stores, plus restaurants & a movie theater.

Mercado Popular Uruguaiana

Busting open-air market with stalls for clothing, crafts & souvenirs, plus traditional food & more.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária

Stately church with a mix of baroque & Renaissance styles, featuring bell towers & marble interior.

Recreio Shopping

Pet-friendly mall since 1997 housing brand-name retailers, a food court, tourism office & multiplex.

Parque das Ruínas

Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.

Shopping Bay Market

Straightforward shopping mall with fashion & cosmetics stores, fast-food outlets & a movie theater.

Pedra do Arpoador

Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.