Originally Posted by
VidaNaPraia
The Lagoa is behind (far side from beach) the Ipanema neighborhood.
It is fairly far from Barra. Even if your balcony were facing in the correct direction, fireworks would probably not be visible; there are mountains in the way. Take a look at a map of the city.
Ok thanks. Oh well, it would've been nice if we could see it though.
Where's the best (and safest) place to get souvenirs while in Rio? Is there a Canal Street (like in NYC) type of place where we can go?