stunning visuals, great waves, famous meeting points, kiosks, sporting facilities, sports tournaments, frequent cultural events, and a rich history of traditions make ipanema beach a must see destination for all visitors.  

made famous in the 60's by the hit bossa nova song garota de ipanema (girl from ipanema), ipanema beach is currently the most sought after beach by international visitors who are looking for the hippest beach destination in rio.  sand sculptors, masseurs, and athletes mix along ipanema beach in a colorful mosaic of arts, beach life and sports.