There is nothing more satisfying than having a free hour or two in the middle of the day - a precious opportunity to spend a blissful reprieve in one of the diverse and relaxing bookstores that line the streets of Rio.

most bookstores in rio have cozy cafés, and allow browsing of beautiful architectural and fashion books unique to the Brazilian market.

some of the largest shops also have a record and music section, unique locations where to experience and purchase hard-to-find or collector editions of brazilian music.