other truly fun activities that can be enjoyed on a cloudy or rainy day are bowling and pool - always a great way to relax and even meet new people.

if shopping, movies, or cultural activities are not on someone's list, there are plenty of buffet restaurants in rio that could keep someone busy for half a day - porcăo and marius rank high on this list. 

last but not least, there are spas where to relax such as nirvana in the chic neighborhood of gávea, or a variety located in most major hotels.

so, no need to panic on a rainy day when the waves are strong and the water gray - just a bit of planning can make of a gray day a great day as well as a sunny one.