for more specialized items, like musical instruments, rua da carioca in centro, has a plethora of musical shops where native brazilian bahian guitars, rabecas, and pandieros can be bought - they all make great souvenirs and presents for family back home.

the neighborhood of santa teresa, atop of santa teresa hill is the hangout spot for many of rio's artists and creative minds, so many art galleries adorn the cobbled streets and narrow alleyways.