Experts' Choice Award Ipanema Beach
What the experts agree on
Ipanema's iconic stretch of white sand, framed by dramatic granite peaks, has magnetized visitors since the '60s bossa nova era. Each beachside "posto" attracts its own subculture—from glamorous locals to diverse city dwellers—making it essential Rio
“Ipanema and Leblon are two chic and fashionable districts located in the south of Rio next to the ocean.”
– Michelin Guide
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 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 "If you find yourself in Rio, you will (or certainly should) ultimately end up on Ipanema beach." Full review
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 "This beach draws glamazons, playboys, and the privileged, surgically enhanced Cariocas of central Zona Sul." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"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 "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."
Rio de Janeiro Travel Guide
August 3, 2021
New York Times "Ipanema Beach remains one of Brazil's most delightful places, if the sun is out. On Sundays it can feel as if the entire city is on the sand, but embrace it: the people-watching is..."
National Geographic "Vendors of all types walk up and down the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema announcing their wares. You can buy a traditional Brazilian tanga, or bathing suit, but be prepared to bare it..."
