Nearby, ipanema is the center of Rio's deluxe universe - loved by poets, musicians and millions of visitors, this neighborhood is home to one of the very best urban beaches in the world and the place for some of the most renowned and glamorous shops, boutiques and galleries in the country. It's a wonderful place to enjoy the views, such as the Morro Dois Irmãos mountain, the turquoise waters and the beautiful beach goers.

Located in one of the most accessible and touristy areas of Rio, the morro dois irmãos mountain is not often visited but offers a great view of the districts of Ipanema and leblon while, directly across from it, the cagarras islands make for a great half-day tour and offer a unique view of the city.

This archipelago, located just a few kilometers from Ipanema beach, is a great place to visit in the search of a close encounter with nature and Brazil's biodiversity - As a wildlife refuge, many species of marine animals, from the water or the air, can be seen here.