shopping in rio de janeiro can be as diverse as the city's 160 neighborhoods, 70 beaches, and infinite number of restaurants and bars.

luxury and exclusive shopping malls just as much available as the exciting street markets where everything is a bargain - not to mention antique fairs, the famous ipanema hippy fair, and the copacabana night stands.

a variety of options that cater to all tastes and budgets are scattered throughout all of rio's districts, and give everyone a perfect alternative for a rainy day.

small shopping malls are usually disguised as single shops, which hide inside buildings in almost every corner of town - away from the spot light, these 'galerias' are a favorite among local bargain hunters.