We ended up here after learning that the museums do not provide guests access on Mondays. The…read moreshopping center has 3 levels with a multitude of stores and eateries. We just glanced around mostly. We ate at a place on the 3rd floor. They had these large slices of pizza that were so tasty. I cannot recall the name but they are located to the right off the escalator. They also had a nice looking display of desserts near the register.

Rio de Janeiro is, in some ways, a vertical city, and you will find many shopping areas that go up…read moreas opposed to outward -- Edificio Avenida Central is one of them. Not simply that, it's also your go-to spot if you need to find anything for electronics. You have the main floors with handfuls of normal stores, but there is one particular corner of the building where you enter, and it's a multitude of stalls and kiosks for a good 3 floors, with any range of whatever you need: screen repairs, cables, phone cases, new merchandise...I first got to know it when I was looking to get my iPod screen fixed, but now place it in my mental filing cabinet for anything I need. If you're getting something repaired and have some time to kill, head downstairs and grab a burger or a beer at any of the variety of other businesses that occupy the building aside from electronics stores. Right next to Carioca metro/subway station, you can't miss it!

Saara is one of the best places to go looking for practically anything you might need -- it's like…read morehaving a huge complex of stores around, without the ticket price of a fancy mall or the like. Rio de Janeiro's biggest flea market of sorts, SAARA is a fun, busy, sometimes crowded place where you can wander the streets, alleys and side streets to peruse, schmooze and window shop -- and then really shop your heart out! It's worth setting aside a few hours if you can, as it's something enjoyed best when you can sort of wander aimlessly -- but never be afraid to ask where something in particular might be; there are some streets that specialize in given items. And if you get hungry on your urban travels, stop and grab a juice, churro, yakisoba, or whatever strikes your fancy -- chances are you'll find it there too!

It's not a flea market! Totally not. It's a market area where one gets and finds thousand practical…read morethings if you actually live in Rio. It's not for tourists. Yes they too can find all kind of things but the market is for locals. You need some fabric, some electrical wire, some computer cable, a new bikini or some lingerie or a t-shirt, flowers, shoes and so on - you all get that there. It is not high fashion, it is cheapy-ish. It's great. Way better than the fake 'hippie market' in Ipanema ;-)

Nice shopping mall with plenty of store choices. easy access via taxi or uber. Air conditioning was…read morecool. Plenty of restaurants and fast food choices. Very well-lighted and clean. We came from another shopping center that we searched via yelp. Those old reviews are very misleading. We left that shopping center in a matter of minutes and decided to come to this mall. This is infinitely better.

The Hilton concierge suggested we come here. She suggested a taxi but we took Uber. About 5-10…read moreminute ride over. We were dropped off in front by the taxi area. The indoor shopping center is a massive complex. Four floors of stores; with a good size food court, and a two floor parking garage. We were there around noontime. Many office workers having lunch. It's like one stop shopping here. Clothing, shoes, refrigerators, housewares, mattresses, barber shop, nail and pedicure, etc. Several international labels like Nike, Zara, Lindt truffles, and Daiso. And Havainas, the Brazilian flip flop store. We did mostly window shopping. Our two little purchases - 1) two Portuguese egg tarts from a small vendor and 2) Lindt truffles by weight. Later it was another easy Uber ride back to the hotel.

This eclectic Santa Teresa gift shop has loads of unique rings, bracelets, ceramics, kids clothing…read moreand art, much of which appears to be produced locally. If an "I (heart) Rio!" t-shirt isn't the kind of souvenir you planned to take home, come here for something special.

I went to the Santa Teresa neighborhood with no idea what to expect. This little shop pleasantly…read moresurprised our entire group. There were lots of little items at different price points. For example, we got some woven doormats for $2.50 USD and other people got handmade dolls. Great place for off the beaten path souvenirs. Who really wants the Brazil magnet made 1/2 way around the globe? The best find here was the local unframed art. They had lots of options with the prices listed on the back. We got a large painting for about $40 USD. It was very simple, but fit our tastes. There were much more intricate pieces up to several hundred USD. Such a fun place to get lost in the sites and smells.

Lapa is always a fun neighborhood to check out anyways, but it's worth stopping by the first…read moreSaturday of the month and hang out along Lavradio and check out the street fair with artisan vendors, and so much more. The shops that line the street are filled with antiques, and there are some great looking bars, botecos and restaurants as well if you want to take a break from your shopping (or window shopping). Join the crowds as you stroll along Lavradio and eye colorful items, listen to music from musicians performing, and buy some souvenirs, something for yourself, something just because you feel like it! Come walk the streets and eye the shops while you kill time until the evening to go out and enjoy the street life of Lapa -- the feira is well worth your time!

Lots of fun stores with different uses and good food court upstairs. Dengo, Mr. Cat, lots of…read moreclothing stores etc. Went to nespresso to recycle capsules and buy new ones. We also got to test try one. Customer service was super nice! Great place to shop and way to stay cold on a hot Rio day!

Lots of people complain there's too many sets of stairs to get to the top of the Botafogo mall in…read moreorder to see the view but it's well worth it. It offers a gorgeous panoramic of, of course, Botafogo beach and Pao de açúcar. Going at dusk is an awesome time to see the sky changing colors. There's also plenty to do in the mall with the food court and movie theatre on the top floor. There's also a good variety of stores. Some of your more typical stores like Leader and other fancier like Uncle K. There's also a few non-chain stores that offer some more unique options for gifts and the like. It's convenient to the bus lines and not too far from the metro or other restaurants.

if you are a tourist visiting Rio .... this isn't a place you want to go to. Nothing here that a…read moretourist would want. It's an old shopping center that seems dilapidated with a lot of empty stalls. Also, no air conditioning and very hot place. the picture of the escalator is very misleading. Must have been a picture that's 20 years old when the place was new. We went around and in less than 10 minutes we took a taxi and went to a different shopping mall

Our concierge recommended that place. It's both a tourist and local spot. It's a huge space…read moreboasting 3 floors and a speakeasy nightclub inside. Live band and service is good. Pretty good system - There's an entrance fee. You then receive a card which you must present to any server to order food and drinks. That tracks your tab which allows you to walk around freely after you eat. Multiple bars. To settle your tab, you pay upfront as they have several cashiers to cash you out. They take credit cards including Amex. Fun times and great cocktails. The passion fruit caipirinhas were delicious!!!

Stunning interior, lively music, delicious and strong drinks, friendly staff, great way to spend an…read moreevening dancing and singing. This used to be an antique store, and there are still beautiful antique items throughout the place. Absolutely adored this spot.