it comes as no surprise that downtown rio de janeiro's  is full of bars with some of the city's most traditional situated in centro - simply strolling the streets will reveal countless options, many of which are dotted along the historical tour routes. 

curious visitors can take in rio's past while sampling artisan beers and cocktails. - bar luiz, famed for its rustic german cuisine, is a popular option as well as bar amarelinho da cinelândia, where cariocas gather to unwind after a long days work, or a long day sunbathing on the beach.