at a glance

pedra do arpoador is a large rock formation, which projects from the beach of the same name, nestled between ipanema beach and praia do diabo (devil's beach).

the landmark has become particularly famous as a site that offers visitors some of the most incredible and varied panoramas, all from one twist of the head - ranging from christ the redeemer on corcovado to the sugar loaf, the copacabana fort and the city beaches.  

looking west from the rock, visitors are treated to spectacular views of ipanema and leblon beaches, whilst the impressive morro dois irmãos and pedra da gávea stand proud in the distance.

to the east, an equally stunning view is on offer, which includes, the fort of copacabana and copacabana beach, the leme neighborhood, and the iconic sugar loaf mountain in the distance.