Ipanema Beach

Top 1% of attractions in Rio de Janeiro
8/10

8 expert reviews

“Ipanema and Leblon are two chic and fashionable districts located in the south of Rio next to the ocean.”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"As you stroll this world-famous beach you'll encounter a cross section of the city's residents, each favoring a particular stretch." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One long stretch of sand, Ipanema Beach is marked by postos (posts), which demarcates subcultures as diverse as the city itself." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you find yourself in Rio, you will (or certainly should) ultimately end up on Ipanema beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Majestic granite peaks jut from a jungle-covered range to create a spectacular backdrop for this mile-long, 300-foot-deep white-sand beach." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"This beach draws glamazons, playboys, and the privileged, surgically enhanced Cariocas of central Zona Sul." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"Made famous by the well-known bossa nova song, "The Girl from Ipanema," this beach has drawn tourists since the 1960s." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Ipanema Beach has been a locals' and tourist favorite since at least the '60s. The two-mile stretch of sand features mountain views and cobalt water."



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