Situated in the southern region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, lies the famous Ipanema beach. Its pristine soft white sand is deemed as one of the primary attractions in Rio and has been a hub for tourists since 1960, when it gained recognition worldwide from the famous melody "The Girl from Ipanema".
Furthermore, Ipanema beach holds the reputation of being the "miniature Paris" of the city, offering exceptional avant-garde galleries, bookstores, and movie theaters. This well-visited location caters to individuals who revel in popular holiday destinations and yearn for an immersive cultural experience.
Visitor reviews highlight the clean beach with plenty of activities and shopping available, as well as stunningly beautiful views. However, visitors should beware of scammers who may try to sell fake goods. Some reviewers also noted that there wasn't a strong police presence on the beach.
Most visitors to Ipanema stay in the neighborhood itself, which is renowned for its vibrant culture and proximity to the famous beach. Many accommodations are within walking distance, allowing tourists to easily enjoy both the pristine sands and the cultural attractions like galleries and theaters.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: -22.9847 / Longitude: -43.1986
Ipanema is located in Rio de Janeiro. The following map of Ipanema shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 18.1°C/22.1°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 24.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 23.9 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.7 m |
| Rain Chance | 86% |
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| Rainfall | 1.8 mm |
| Rain Duration | 12 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:27/17:14 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.15 |
| Cloud Cover | 39% |
| Speed | 10.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 27.7 km/h |
| Direction | S |
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