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Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro vs Ipanema Beach

Both are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Ipanema Beach ranks slightly better than Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro. Ipanema Beach is ranked #4 in Rio de Janeiro with recommendations from 6 sources including Afar Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
8 / 10
Praca Marechal Floriano S/N, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-050
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If you visit one place in Centro, make it the Municipal Theater, modeled after the Paris Opera House and opened in 1909." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Built in 1905 in the style of the Paris Opera, the magnificent Municipal Theater is the home of Rio's opera, orchestra and ballet." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Brazil's prime venue for the performing arts, the elegant Parisian-style Teatro Municipal stages everything." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Inspired by the Paris Opéra, the Theatro has golden statues on the roof, stained glass, mosaics, neoclassical columns, and elegant balconies. " Full review
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Places are limited so make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Theatro Municipal reminds you of Paris' Opera Garnier. The architects took inspiration from the French opera house." Full review
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Take the guided tour that acquaints you with the remarkable decor
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Ipanema Beach
Ipanema Beach
8 / 10
Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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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
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Ipanema and Leblon are two chic and fashionable districts located in the south of Rio next to the ocean." Full review
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Beware of the currents and waves, which can be dangerous.
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
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