Ipanema is the second most popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. In 1964 it was featured in
The Girl from Ipanema song (Antônio Carlos Jobim - Garota de Ipanema). Shore and seabed: sand.
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Hotels [edit]
It's a little cheaper here than in nearby Copacabana beach, but in general all the same: most of hotels are expensive, but you can find some pretty cheap options.
How to get there [edit]
Fly to
Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG). Next hire a taxi. Never catch a taxi on the street! You may just go to the nearest cafe or hotel, and ask to call a taxi for you.
When to go [edit]
The best time for a beach holiday in Rio de Janeiro is a warm period from October to April.
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Useful information [edit]
West end of Ipanema beach called
Leblon. Formally it is the other district, but in fact this is the same beach.