Delicious, fuss-free cooking with amazing service and a great ambiance. Savour each bite at Sud, o pássaro verde. The charming decor makes it feel like you are in your grandmas kitchen - what a vibe! 

Craving meat? Head to Malta Beef Club. Here, you can find some of the best quality cuts in Rio, with a wide array of sides too. A meat-lovers paradise!

Before heading to the Botanical Gardens, fuel up at the Empório Jardim - a chic deli with delicious home-baked goods and gourmet meals.

This park and museum are one of the lesser known attractions, but it deserves all the hype. When you venture deeper into the forest, look out for the Lovers Grotto and monkeys.