Starting the day in a farmer's market is a perfect way to buy the freshest edibles around while having a taste of this truly carioca markets

listed by area and by day, we included a list of the fresh food markets that would be either convenient to a visitor, interesting to explore, or both - we went food shopping at a market in flamengo, and we posted some photographs here.

parque penhasco dois irmãos, officially known as parque municipal sérgio bernardes, is a much praised green area of 39 hectares, on the slopes of the landmark morro dois irmãos, located at the end of leblon beach - The hiking trail towards the summit finds 3 viewpoints from which one can admire the beautiful surroundings, being the third and highest one especially unique.

Praça São salvador at night is a perfect location in Flamengo for the night time mingling with the friendly cariocas - Spontaneuos live music sometimes animates the crowds while beverages vendors help people quench their thirsts.