Beach marker on Leblon Beach.


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1. Praia de Leblon

0.11 MILES

Separated from Ipanema by the gardens and canal of Jardim de Alah, Leblon Beach attracts families and has a slightly more sedate vibe than its eastern…

3. Ipanema Beach

0.46 MILES

One long stretch of sun-drenched sand, Ipanema Beach is demarcated by postos (posts), which mark off subcultures as diverse as the city itself. Posto 9,…

4. Posto 10

0.51 MILES

Beach marker on Ipanema Beach.

5. Lurixs: Arte Contemporânea

0.54 MILES

One of Rio's top contemporary galleries moved to this Leblon location in 2017, and it continues to stage captivating exhibitions inside a four-story…

6. Mirante do Leblon

0.55 MILES

A few fishers casting out to sea mingle with couples admiring the view at this overlook uphill from the western end of Leblon Beach. The luxury Sheraton…

7. Museu Amsterdam Sauer

0.69 MILES

On the most upscale street in Ipanema, the Amsterdam Sauer Museum houses an impressive collection of precious stones: more than 3000 items in all…

8. H Stern

0.7 MILES

The famous jeweler H Stern allows visitors to get a glimpse behind the scenes at these gemological headquarters. A 12-minute audio tour shows the process…