Silvia’s Apartment is fantastically placed for either a stop over in Rio or for a short city break. The beach at Copocobana and Ipanema are both minutes away. The nearest metro is close to the neighbouring square, Praca General Osorio. We stayed over a weekend and really enjoyed the large craft fair on the square on Sunday. A good Zona Sul supermarket for all self catering needs is directly opposite the apartment.
A walk up the footpath on Dois Imaos mountain at the west end of Arpoador beach was perfectly possible for two fit UK citizens. 1.5 hours from the football field in Vidigal. You will need a minibus trip from the Vidigal taxi rank to reach the start of the footpath.
The orchids in the Jardim Botanico were very memorable as were a drink at A Garota de Ipanema bar and the Museu Chacara do Ceu which looks out on the city from Rua Murtinho Nobre in St Theresa. A wonderful collection of works by Brazilian modernists and European 20th century masters - great view of the Bahia de Guanabara.
We made one trip west along the Green Coast of Rio de Janeiro State to visit Paraty, a Portuguese colonial town on the UNESCO World Heritage List. An easy 3.5 hour trip by Uber taxi from the domestic terminal at Rio. The prevailing rate seems to be R$350 - 400. A bus service was comfortable, with 2 or 3 stops. Well worth the trip.
Silvia is an excellent host and willing to answer any questions and give advice or recommendations. An ideal base for a RJ holiday.
Richard & Alison Francis