at a glance

one of rio de janeiro's slower-paced and most exclusive areas is the charming lagoa neighborhood, in the city's south zone - lagoa receives its name from the lagoon that it surrounds, called lagoa rodrigo de freitas.

though nearly 20,000 residents reside in lagoa, the neighborhood is known mainly to be a recreational area. nestled between the cabritos hill to the east, the jardim botânico to the west, the iconic christ on corcovado to the north, and the neighborhoods of ipanema and leblon to the south, the rodrigo freitas lagoon is among the most recognized vistas of rio de janeiro.

whilst a perfect location for relaxation and escapism from the hustle and bustle of other neighborhoods, lagoa is also a hub of wholesome fun and sporting activities, offering ample facilities for cycling, horseback riding, volleyball, football, nautical sports and many more.