Perched high on a hilltop terrace is Aprazível, drink cachaças and eat delectable Brazilian food in this family-run restaurant. The lush tropical garden and beautiful views of Rio add to the ambiance, making it well worth the visit. Also note their effort to be sustainable. They use only organic produce, collect rain water and upcycle cooking oil into biodegradable soap - a win for the environment! 

Tacacá do Norte is all about authentic food and ingredients from Brazil’s Amazonian region. Step out of your comfort zone here and try it all! We recommend finishing off your meal with some tapioca ice cream. 

Rio may not be known for its museums like Sao Paolo, but there are a few spots we really love. Casa Roberto Marinho, the former home of Brasil's foremost media mogul, has been transformed into into a museum housing a fantastic private collection and great rotating exhibitions.