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Spring weekend in Rio de Janeiro

Spring in Rio de Janeiro — blossoms, opening patios, markets and the first warm-evening dinners worth booking.

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Top spots in Rio de Janeiro

  • Copacabana + Ipanema Beach

    Outdoors

    Zona Sul

    Posto 9 is the see-and-be-seen stretch — fresh agua de coco from the kiosks.

  • Sugarloaf Cable Car

    Outdoors

    Urca

    Two-stage cable car — sunset slot is the best ticket in town.

  • Tijuca National Park

    Outdoors

    Alto da Boa Vista

    World's largest urban rainforest — Pedra da Gávea hike for sunset over the city.

Where to eat

  • Bar Urca

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    Botequim · Urca

    Bolinhos de bacalhau, cold Antarctica beer, sitting on the seawall.

  • Confeitaria Colombo

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    Café · Centro

    Art Nouveau 1894 stained-glass salon — pastel de Belém and afternoon tea.

  • Lasai

    $$$$

    Contemporary Brazilian · Botafogo

    Latin America's 50 Best — daily-changing tasting from chef Rafa Costa e Silva's farm.

  • Aprazível

    $$$

    Brazilian · Santa Teresa

    Treetop hilltop deck with the city's most romantic view.

Frequently asked

  • Standouts right now: Sugarloaf Cable Car, Copacabana + Ipanema Beach, Tijuca National Park. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Rio de Janeiro and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.

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