Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

Praia Skol - Copacabana

Casual hangout for cocktails & bar bites in an open-air setup with outdoor seats facing the beach.

Mureta da Urca

Real Gabinete Português de Leitura

Neo-Manueline-style library with ornate decor & a vast collection of volumes by Portuguese authors.

Sobrado da Cidade

Pista Cláudio Coutinho

Scenic trail winding through native jungle with opportunities to see & hear local birdlife.

Mirante do Roncador

Monumento Nacional aos Mortos da Segunda Guerra Mundial

Large, abstract monument for fallen heroes including sculptures & the tomb of the unknown soldier.

Os Imortais Bar

This modern bar serves imported & draft beers, as well as appetizers, with soccer always on the TV.

Parque das Crianças

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Paço Imperial

Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.

Praça XV de Novembro

Xian Rio

Modern Asian dishes & sake in a swanky venue overlooking Guanabara Bay, with a terrace & lounge.

Cais do Oriente

A restaurant with a high-end varied menu in a converted warehouse with simple décor & exposed beams.

Oi Futuro Flamengo

Contemporary space combining technology exhibits, cultural events & a popular cafe on the top floor.

Bar do Mineiro

An iconic local bar known for its feijoada, pastéis & cachaça, set in a modest neighborhood home.

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes

Fine-arts museum showcasing major national & international works, plus a sculpture gallery.

Bar Carioca da Gema

Bar & traditional pizzeria in an old mansion where you can listen to live samba & choro at night.

Shopping Cassino Atlântico

Retail complex featuring shops & stalls selling antique furniture, housewares, jewelry & more.

Bar Bukowski

Famous Rio rock bar located in a historic mansion, with a garden, vinyl record collection & hookahs.