Saara

Located in one of the oldest areas of downtown Rio de Janeiro, the Saara flea market is certainly a pleasant surprise for those seeking an authentic Carioca shopping experience. Wander around the over six hundred stalls and find the perfect souvenir to bring home with you.

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addressSaara, Centro, Rio de Janeiro
openingHoursMon–Fri 9am–8pm, Sat 9am–2pm, Sun closed

Shopping Streets

The streets of Rio are home to diverse shops, fairs, and markets. Ipanema has a mix of upscale and bargain shopping areas, the former being Rua Garcia d’Avila and Rua Maria Quiteria, the latter being Rua Visconde de Piraja and the famous Hippie Market. Head to Barra de Tijuca and Leblon to find bigger, more expensive brands and various shopping malls. To get a taste of the true Carioca shopping experience, visit the city's markets and fairs in Lapa, São Cristóvão, and Centro: there you will find, respectively, the Feira do Rio Antigo, the Feira Nordestina São Cristóvão, and the Mercado Popular da Uruguaiana.

Shop in Búzios

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.

Rio's shopping malls

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

Feira Hippie de Ipanema

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.

Mercado Uruguaiana

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.

Feira de Copacabana

The small Feira de Copacabana consists of a collection of clothes and souvenir stalls strategically located in front of the popular Copacabana beach. It opens late in the afternoon and goes on till midnight, giving tourists the chance to enjoy Rio's warm beaches during the day and go shopping in the evening cool.

Feira do Rio Antigo

Every first Saturday of the month, Rua do Lavradio hosts the Feira do Rio Antigo, an exciting multicultural event that attracts both locals and tourists. The street fills up with stalls, live bands, dancers and singers, marking the start of a diurnal celebration. The bustling market has all kinds of products, from handicrafts and antiques to vintage clothing, art, and food.

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