Ipanema is a neighbourhood located in the South Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, between Leblon and Arpoador. The beach at Ipanema became known internationally with the popularity of the bossa nova song, "Girl from Ipanema" ("Garota de Ipanema"), written by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes.

All the beaches in the south zone are must-see in Rio de Janeiro, including Copacabana, Leblon and Leme.

You can rent chairs and umbrellas by the beach, as well as purchase drinks and food. We recommend "Caipirinhas" and "Biscoito Globo" as the traditional to-go combo for any "Carioca" (Rio de Janeiro locals).

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