Founded in 1981, Barra Shopping is the largest center of trade in the country, containing more than 700 stores in a dedicated area in barra da tijuca at about a 30-minute ride from ipanema and copacabana, this huge shopping mall is a landmark week-end destination form many cariocas.

The architectural design of the buildings is highly contemporary, boasting wide corridors, natural lighting and pleasant landscaped gardens - It contains a bowling rink, as well as two medical centers, with more than 50 specialist clinics.

high-end brands, electronics, music, fashion, gastronomy, and general merchandise stores are all connected under one roof and make this mall a great destination for a beach-break or a rainy day.