Carnaval

Carnaval is perhaps the largest event in Rio, with venues scattered around town. The highlight is the spectacular samba school parade, a...

This neighborhood was named after the famed dentist and leader of the Inconfidência Mineira, the emancipation movement that eventually le...

An extensive library completed in 1887 with more than 350,000 volumes, among them a rare 1572 edition of Luís de Camões's "Os Lusíadas."...

Located downtown in the Largo de São Francisco, this church has an interesting history. It was the site of many imperial events, includin...

This festival celebrates the anniversary of the city. The main event is a procession carrying the statue of St. Sebastian, the patron sai...

Resembling a huge, futuristic Mayan pyramid, it is impossible not to be amazed by this architectural downtown wonder. Inaugurated in 1976...

Established 24 years ago, this is a very good restaurant for executive meals. You will find good standard food and a pleasant atmosphere....

This is a place of choice of businesspersons, with an impeccable service and an executive lunch with two different options every day. The...

Paulo Pinho, a well-known gourmet, opened this restaurant in 1993. Since then it has been a hit among businessmen who work in the city ce...

Minas Gerais has one of the best Brazilian cuisines. The dishes are not sophisticated in appearance, but are very tasty. Originated from...

With a modern décor and a sophisticated menu, Giuseppe attracts the downtown businessmen. Some of the choices here are stroganoff di p...

Well-attended restaurant located in an old house, Mr. Ôpi excels for the creativity of its menu, freshness of the ingredients and novelty...

One of the few options for Scandinavian food in Rio, with modest décor and service. Koskenkorva concentrates on fish, but also has a good...

Traditional retreat for stock market operators since the day it was opened, Pato com Laranja presents a light and youthful decoration, in...

Up the hill, in Convento de Santa Tere...