Guidebook for Rio de Janeiro
Food Scene
Great SUSHI and all kinds of natural or macrobiotic food.
This small restaurant offers an interesting mix of japanese food, from sushi to macrobiotic and natural plates. In every meal a starter (usually a Miso or Vegetable soup) and a desert (usually a tropical fruit) are always included. It's an insider tip only locals know. Do not hesitate to go, even if the street leading to GOHAN doesn't seem to be the best area of Lapa, but it is safe to go, trust it.
45 locals recommend
Gohan Alimentação Natural Ltda (ME)
127 R. Joaquim SilvaGreat SUSHI and all kinds of natural or macrobiotic food.
This small restaurant offers an interesting mix of japanese food, from sushi to macrobiotic and natural plates. In every meal a starter (usually a Miso or Vegetable soup) and a desert (usually a tropical fruit) are always included. It's an insider tip only locals know. Do not hesitate to go, even if the street leading to GOHAN doesn't seem to be the best area of Lapa, but it is safe to go, trust it.
One of the most famous historical Cafés in Rio, dating back to 1896. Great food, not cheap, though,
1015 locals recommend
Confeitaria Colombo
01 Praça Cel. Eugênio FrancoOne of the most famous historical Cafés in Rio, dating back to 1896. Great food, not cheap, though,
Great Brazilian SEAFOOD in the heart of Santa Teresa - highly recommended, also for non fish eaters, since they also serve chicken or meat.
87 locals recommend
Restaurante Sobrenatural
432 R. Alm. AlexandrinoGreat Brazilian SEAFOOD in the heart of Santa Teresa - highly recommended, also for non fish eaters, since they also serve chicken or meat.
Drinks & Nightlife
Almost every night "Carioca da Gema" offers typical high class Samba from Rio.
One floor above they have a very nice Pizzaria with the same name.
261 locals recommend
Bar Carioca da Gema
79 Av. Mem de SáAlmost every night "Carioca da Gema" offers typical high class Samba from Rio.
One floor above they have a very nice Pizzaria with the same name.
This Bar / nightclub / music venue is known as one of the best 10 clubs in the entire world. Great Brazilian live music for dancing - ALL AGES !!!
694 locals recommend
Rio Scenarium
20 R. do LavradioThis Bar / nightclub / music venue is known as one of the best 10 clubs in the entire world. Great Brazilian live music for dancing - ALL AGES !!!
Cortiço Carioca
105 R. Joaquim SilvaFavela Hype
103a Rua Paschoal Carlos MagnoSightseeing
Carioca Aqueduct
A MUST SEE !! Even if you are not so much into this "touristic stuff" !!
2563 locals recommend
Sugarloaf Mountain
A MUST SEE !! Even if you are not so much into this "touristic stuff" !!
A MUST SEE !!! Even if you re not so much into "touristic stuff"!!
489 locals recommend
Trem do Corcovado
513 Rua Cosme VelhoA MUST SEE !!! Even if you re not so much into "touristic stuff"!!
Escadaria Selaron
Rua Manuel CarneiroParque das Ruínas
169 R. Murtinho NobreShopping
Very tasteful handcrafted souvenirs from various Brazilian regions, but mainly from Rio and Minas Gerais. Artistic interior decor and very friendly staff.
16 locals recommend
La Vereda
428 R. Alm. AlexandrinoVery tasteful handcrafted souvenirs from various Brazilian regions, but mainly from Rio and Minas Gerais. Artistic interior decor and very friendly staff.
Essentials
Cheapest supermarket in the area, about 15 minutes walking distance from the apartment. In the way back you can take a taxi for easier transportation.
145 locals recommend
Supermercados Mundial
192/194 R. RiachueloCheapest supermarket in the area, about 15 minutes walking distance from the apartment. In the way back you can take a taxi for easier transportation.
Charming small Convenience Store where you can buy delicious breads and everything else for your breakfast. But you can also order breakfast right there, as well as great crispy pizzas in the evening.
35 locals recommend
Bar do Serginho
2A R. Dias de BarrosCharming small Convenience Store where you can buy delicious breads and everything else for your breakfast. But you can also order breakfast right there, as well as great crispy pizzas in the evening.
Not as far away as MUNDIAL Supermarket, but quiet limited in their product variety and a bit more expensive if compared to the Mundial Supermarket, but cheaper than Bar do Serginho.
15 locals recommend
Rede Big Market
764 Av. Gomes FreireNot as far away as MUNDIAL Supermarket, but quiet limited in their product variety and a bit more expensive if compared to the Mundial Supermarket, but cheaper than Bar do Serginho.
Arts & Culture
Museu do Amanhã
1 Praça MauáOne of the best Concert Halls in Brasil for world class Brazilian and international Instrumental, Classical, Chamber and Jazz Music ! Check out their program !! :-) By the way, this hall has one of the best acoustics I have ever heard ! It's a Must for Music Lovers !!!
87 locals recommend
Cecília Meireles Hall
47 Rua da Lapa One of the best Concert Halls in Brasil for world class Brazilian and international Instrumental, Classical, Chamber and Jazz Music ! Check out their program !! :-) By the way, this hall has one of the best acoustics I have ever heard ! It's a Must for Music Lovers !!!
Getting Around
Cinelândia
Praça FlorianoMetrô Rio (subway/underground), VLT (modern tram), busses
Rua Riachuelo próximo ao 140
Bus Stop
Most of the car rentals can be found at Santos Dumont domestic airport
293 locals recommend
Rio de Janeiro Airport RJ Santos Dumont
s/n Praça Sen. Salgado FilhoMost of the car rentals can be found at Santos Dumont domestic airport
Glória
366 R. da GlóriaMetrô Rio (subway/underground)
There is a bus stop next to a small parque called 'Praça Paris', nearby 'Joaquim Silva' street. From there you can take bus number 107 which brings you straight to the district of URCA, where the SUGAR LOAF is located. Time to Sugar Loaf: 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
Av. Augusto Severo próximo ao 84 (PTMV REMOVER)
There is a bus stop next to a small parque called 'Praça Paris', nearby 'Joaquim Silva' street. From there you can take bus number 107 which brings you straight to the district of URCA, where the SUGAR LOAF is located. Time to Sugar Loaf: 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
Take the famous 'Bonde de Santa' from the tram stop next to the apartment to reach the city center or the heart of Santa Teresa in a few minutes, enjoy stunning views on the way !! A MUST GO !!!
41 locals recommend
Tram station Carioca
2 R. Lélio GamaTake the famous 'Bonde de Santa' from the tram stop next to the apartment to reach the city center or the heart of Santa Teresa in a few minutes, enjoy stunning views on the way !! A MUST GO !!!