at a glance

the zona sul (south zone) of rio de janeiro has developed into the uncontested touristic hub of the city, attracting more than a million international visitors per year, in addition to the brazilian nationals who come for business, leisure or to attend events - and zona sul delivers with a plethora of attractions and entertainment options, matched in number by no other zone.

the beaches of copacabana and ipanema are at the top of most visitors' list of things to see - their central location, size, and above all, their vibrant atmosphere and beauty, make them a very sought after destination, which makes a trip to rio not be complete, without a visit to this postcard.

the beaches of leblon and leme are also popular, with a higher proportion of locals then the former.