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“My connection with Rio goes back to my birth. I grew up and have lived here all my life, and without a doubt, my language as an architect was also shaped by this place: by the vast open spaces that blur the boundaries between the built and the natural, by the sculptural beauty of the hills and forests that frame Rio’s landscape, and by the urban life—often chaotic, but ultimately inescapable. It’s impossible to leave Rio, even if life takes you somewhere else.”
— Paulo Jacobsen
Located in Horto, a neighborhood near the Botanical Garden and home to several Carioca treasures, the newly opened Argentine restaurant focuses on meats and has a relaxed atmosphere.
An intimate and welcoming Italian restaurant known for its delicious classics. Don’t miss the Ossobuco with Milanese Risotto.
Restaurant by Claude Troisgros, featuring a contemporary French menu.
Organic café and restaurant offering a healthy menu with fresh ingredients in a bright and peaceful setting.
Contemporary restaurant recognized by the Michelin Guide, featuring creative dishes and a modern atmosphere.
A traditional Rio restaurant located in Baixo Gávea, a cool hotspot in the Zona Sul. Run by the Mascarenhas family, it is known for its Franco-Carioca cuisine and its warm, family-style atmosphere. Our highlights include the Chef’s Filet and the wonderful caipirinhas.
Michelin-starred restaurant offering classic French cuisine and impeccable service in an elegant setting.
Relaxed gastrobar focusing on cocktails and well-executed dishes, set in a modern and lively atmosphere.
New boteco by chef Thomas Troisgros, combining classic bar food with signature touches in a relaxed atmosphere.
An extension of the traditional Guimas, offering a light menu and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for the weekend.
Classic Carioca bar, a go to spot after the beach or after a night out, known for its cold draft beer and laid back atmosphere.
A historic neighborhood boteco with an authentic atmosphere, great bar snacks and that quintessential bohemian Rio spirit.
The best craft beer in Rio, according to Bernardo Jacobsen. Built as a temporary project, but it ended up staying. Located in a Botafogo area where the young crowd gathers, especially on Thursdays.
Sophisticated beachfront hotel in Ipanema, featuring contemporary design and impeccable service.
A classic Carioca hotel facing Copacabana Beach, known as a symbol of elegance and tradition.
Boutique hotel in Copacabana featuring contemporary architecture and movable brise-soleils that connect the interior to the ocean view.
A modernist icon designed by Oscar Niemeyer, recently revitalized, offering panoramic views and a historic atmosphere.
A charming retreat surrounded by greenery, featuring a bohemian atmosphere, handcrafted décor and views overlooking downtown Rio.
Stepping away from the beach circuit and heading up the Rio mountains, this project by our firm offers a true Jacobsen-style stay for those seeking peaceful days in close contact with nature.
A pleasant afternoon in Ipanema calls for a stop at Travessa on Visconde de Pirajá. The book selection is endless, and time simply disappears inside.
A vibrant, personality-filled space that reflects Rio’s relaxed and creative spirit.
Store designed by Isay, featuring elegant and light architecture that blends perfectly with Ipanema’s atmosphere.
A reference in sophisticated swimwear, offering pieces that combine design, comfort and a distinct Carioca touch.
A brand that embodies the balance between the urban and the natural. It’s the dress code of the chic Carioca: Havaianas on your feet and a dress shirt on top.
Traditional open-air street market in the historic center, featuring antiques, handicrafts and live music.
Former factory transformed into a creative hub, with studios, galleries and cafés in an authentic industrial setting that attracts a young artistic crowd.
An ideal neighborhood to explore on foot, discovering studios, small shops and galleries among its hillsides and old mansions.
A project by our firm that sought to blend the old with the contemporary. It houses Nema, known for its delicious naturally leavened breads, as well as other interesting shops such as Paola Vilas Jewelry.
Designed by Jacobsen in partnership with Bernardes, MAR is a museum-belvedere of art and city, presenting Rio through multiple viewpoints and horizons. Its undulating roof was a challenge of its own, made possible thanks to the collaboration between architects, engineers and… the samba schools. Nothing could be more Carioca than that.
A place that brings together history and avant-garde in one of the most vibrant cultural venues in the country.
A refuge of art and memory in the heart of the historic center.
Between the forest and the old mansions, at the foot of Christ the Redeemer, Parque Lage offers an experience where art, architecture and nature meet. A highlight is the weekend breakfast around the palace’s pool.
A modernist icon on the edge of the Bay, designed by the great Affonso Reidy and home to some of the most beautiful art collections in Brazil.
Guardian of Brazilian science and memory, rising from the ashes under the weight of history.
A temple of books and light, perhaps the most poetic space in Rio.
A landmark of Brazilian modernism, where architecture becomes a manifesto.
Between open walls and breathtaking views, art and city meet in unexpected ways.
The most iconic theater in Rio, where you can see the city’s former splendor in every detail, with a program that blends both classic and contemporary works.
It is much more than a stadium. Maracanã is a symbol of collective emotion and national identity.
A museum that, together with MAR, was part of a major transformation of the port area in the pre-Olympic period. An architectural gesture that looks forward, where science and hope project themselves into the future.
An oasis of modern art and immaculate gardens, where Brazil’s recent past takes on shape and color.
Away from the more crowded beaches of the Zona Sul, Prainha is a refuge of nearly untouched nature.
One of the largest urban projects in Rio from the twentieth century, the park stretches along Guanabara Bay from Botafogo to Santos Dumont and turns into a big celebration on Sundays.
Climbing the hills of Santa Teresa is like stepping back in time and witnessing the charm of old Rio in motion.
Christ the Redeemer embraces the city, the sea and the mountains with open arms, and the view of Rio at its feet is breathtaking.
A serene hideaway at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain, where Rio reveals its calmer side.
This Rio icon is an oasis of biodiversity and harmony. In 2024, a new museum dedicated to Brazilian flora opened inside the garden. You can also enjoy a good coffee while admiring the centuries old trees.
Watching the samba school parade at Sapucaí is an experience of pure color, rhythm and emotion.
A modernist icon by the great Lúcio Costa, where you can not only appreciate its timeless architecture but also enjoy a pleasant afternoon in the garden.
One of those places only Rio can offer, where layers of nature and city overlap and you can see both Christ the Redeemer and the Dois Irmãos. Great for sports like running and cycling, as well as the iconic pedal boats.
The house Niemeyer designed for himself in the 1950s is an international example of modern tropical residential architecture. After the visit, it’s worth stopping by São Conrado for a hang-gliding experience for the more adventurous or heading to the Vista Chinesa for a different perspective of Rio.
