Shopping in Rio de Janeiro: Discover the best

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Tired of the beach and prefer to go shopping? Like any good big city, the shopping malls in Rio de Janeiro do not disappoint. Even more so when we talk about one of the busiest metropolises in South America! These consumer paradises sometimes fall off the list of travelers, who prioritize historical monuments and outdoor activities.

But don't be intimidated: if you need to go shopping or want to browse the shops in Rio, we have selected the best malls for you to enjoy. After all, in addition to clothing stores, malls also offer excellent restaurant and leisure options in Rio. Check out our tips:

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VillageMall

This shopping mall in Rio, in Barra da Tijuca, is the best place if you want to visit luxury and high-end stores. Located on Avenida das Américas and opened in 2012, VillageMall offers a premium experience to its visitors. Just to name a few stores, you will find Burberry, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Animale, Carolina Herrera, and many others.

In addition to luxury, the mall offers an excellent cinema and also a very eclectic theater, which ranges from opera to stand-up comedy. Children can enjoy the Village Fun Lounge club, and thus take the opportunity to socialize and play while waiting for their parents to return. And of course, there are many and varied restaurants: you will find Portuguese, Italian, Argentine, French, Spanish cuisine, in other words, a tour of the world!

BarraShopping

BarraShopping offers a complete experience, and when we think about which is the biggest mall in the city, it is on the list! The address is in Barra da Tijuca, on Avenida das Américas. Although more popular than VillageMall, Barra Shopping delivers quality to spare: there are stores for all budgets, from Lojas Americanas, through Zara to Tommy Hilfiger. In addition, it has a cinema, with several weekly sessions with the latest movies.

The leisure options are varied: there is space for your pet, in the so-called "dog park", with a large lawn for them to have fun. If you travel with friends, the mall even has a bowling alley and a hot zone, that is, an indoor park with super technological attractions and toys for adults and children. By the way, children can also run and enjoy the day in the outdoor park.

Gastronomy also deserves to be highlighted, as there are many food options: "B, de Burger" makes our mouths water with its hamburgers, while "Camarada Camarão" is inspired by Northeastern cuisine. But there are so many others! The fact is that the extension of this shopping and leisure complex is enormous and you will find everything you need (even a medical center, equipped with an ambulance). Parking, as in all malls, is present.

Botafogo Praia Shopping

With a breathtaking view of Sugarloaf Mountain, Botafogo Praia Shopping has existed since 1999 and is part of the dynamics of the neighborhood and its inhabitants. It is 5 minutes away from the Botafogo Metro Station, which makes life easier if you depend on public transport. Its style is quite varied: it welcomes everyone from executives who work in the region to residents of the surrounding area.

In addition to shopping and indulging in the stores, visitors can also work while they are there! This is because the space has received the digital nomad seal, in addition to having a free coworking space with a Wi-Fi point and everything you need. Not bad, right?

Shopping Rio Sul

This is the first mall built in Rio! Shopping Rio Sul has been part of the history of Rio de Janeiro since the 1980s, and for those staying in Copacabana, it is one of the best places to shop. Furthermore, if you look at the map, it is close to Rio icons, such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain. There are 7 floors with shops, a food court (on the ground floor and also on the 2nd and 4th floors) and services.

Mira Presentes

Mira Presentes is not a shopping mall, but it is on our list because it is a great place to buy and give gifts! It is a store with various items for decoration, kitchen, souvenirs, school supplies, cute and useful objects... In short, it is almost impossible to leave empty-handed. A great way to spend the afternoon buying things, in addition to receiving news and releases frequently.

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