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!

Zara is always reliable, however the sizes are different in other countries. It seems that people…read moreare thinner in Brazil than in North America. A big dissapointment if you a little overweight. I like the clothers, though. The fabrics are bad, but because I find difficult to shop for clothers that are my style, Zara at least have a variety of different syles and prices.