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City Design Tour Rio De Janeiro City Design Tour Rio de Janeiro reathtaking views, picturesque beaches, a rich culture and pulsating nightlife have made “Cidade B Maravilhosa” (the marvelous city) one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Southern Hemisphere. Here are some must-see stops for when you head to Rio! Santa Teresa Hotel MGallery By Sofitel This boho-chic boutique hotel envelops you in a warm, nature-inspired atmosphere. Once checked in you’ll have direct access to Avenida Rio Branco, Botafogo beach, and Marina da Gloria. You’ll also be close to destinations like Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Lapa district and more. santateresahotelrio.com Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro A design inspired by the Pairs Opera, the Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro has a luxurious aesthetic that is paired with sculptures by Henrique Bernardelli and paintings by Rodolfo Amoedo and Eliseu Visconti. Attend a concert, opera or ballet at this magnificent venue that overlooks Cinelândia Square. theatromunicipal.rj.gov.br/ Confeitaria Colombo Over 100 years old, this café and pastry shop was inspired by the tearooms of Europe. Its turn-of-the-century construction is at once beautiful and awe-inspiring. confeitariacolombo.com.br Copacabana Beach World renowned Copacabana Beach is three-miles long and constantly buzzing with activity, especially on New Year’s Eve. Millions of people attend the beach’s spectacular New Year’s fireworks show, making it one of city’s largest celebrations of the year. rio.com/practical-rio/copacabana-beach Quiteria Restaurante Diners rave about the delicious food, great service and sleek-yet-relaxed environment at Quiteria Restaurante. Specializing in fresh, local and seasonal fare, Chef Christian Garcia carefully chooses each ingredient to meet their high standards. Designed by local architect Bel Lobo, the restaurant décor refers back to the period of Brazilian Modernism. ipanemainn.com.br/quiteria Rio Scenarium Over 10,000 antiques deck the halls of Rio Scenarium, a three-floor entertainment space that offers multiple dance floors, bar areas, and the best samba and bossa nova in the city. A one-of-a-kind experience that attracts a diverse audience of locals and foreigners, be sure to make a reservation in advance. rioscenarium.art.br Top 8 Outdoor Destinations 1 2 Sugarloaf Mountain Jardim Botanico (Botanical Garden) 3 4 Cristo Redentor Tijuca National Park 5 6 Escadaria Selarón Morro Dois Irmaos (Selaron Steps) (Two Brothers Mountain) 7 8 Parque Lage Prainha Beach source: tripadvisor.com Rio de Janiero Humanscale Sao Paulo Alameda dos Aicas, 340 Apto. 32 Moema Sao Paulo, SP 04086-001 Phone: + 54 11 4631 9617 Brought to you by.
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