there are a variety of shops that specialize in rare and used books called sebos - these shops are a very important part of carioca culture, as many students rely on these stores to find the books they need, and collectors go hunting here for rare editions of their favorite titles.

in addition to the books that can always be found at sebos, there are  street fairs, such as the feira rio antigo, or old rio fair, that provides an extensive collection as well - the fair is hosted in lapa on the first saturday of every month, creating a festival ambience in the buzzing heartland of the city.

one of the most famous antique and rare books stores in the city is the livraria rio antigo - specializing its titles and works of art, literature, and philosophy, about the history of brazil - this establishment also runs auctions.