Rio de Janeiro

Are you in the mood for an excursion outside Rio de Janeiro? Head to the charming Búzios peninsula, a heaven on earth bounded by a volcanic coastline, diverse beaches and pristine waters. Here you can shop in several boutiques along Rua das Pedras, for anything from Brazilian bikinis, beachwear and surfboards to handicrafts and jewellery.

When looking for a shopping experience, Rio de Janeiro offers plenty of alternatives, one of which being the many large shopping malls, home to major fashion brands, cinemas, and restaurants. Below is a list of the most noteworthy ones. Fashion Mall: Estrada da Gávea, 899, São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro +55 21 2111 4427 Mon–Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 2–10pm Barra Shopping: Avenida das Américas, 4666, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro +55 21 4003 4131 Mon–Sat 10am–11pm, Sun 12–10pm Village Mall: Avenida das Americas, 3900, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro +55 21 3003 4177 Mon–Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 12–8pm Shopping Leblon: Avenida Afranio de Mello Franco 290, Leblon, Rio de Janeiro +55 21 2018 2508 Mon–Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 1–9pm Shopping Nova America: Avenida Pastor Martin Luther King Jr. 126, Rio de Janeiro +55 21 3083 1000 Mon–Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 1–9pm

In 1968, a group of Brazilian artists started to sell frames at Praça General Osório to help pay the neighbourhood bars' bills. From that year on the event developed and expanded to become one of Rio's most glamorous fairs. At the Feira Hippie, you can find creative artwork, colourful clothes and various cheap handicrafts.

Head to the Mercado Uruguaiana, one of the largest flea markets in Rio, to find slashed prices and a wide variety of products, most of which are made in China. Put some 'reais' aside and get ready to bargain in order to get clothing, electronics, food, and even furniture at the lowest price possible.