Bárbara and Matthew

09.09.27 · Solar Real · Rio de Janeiro

Please RSVP by 1st June 2027

BÁRBARA AND MATTHEW

Ipanema Beach with Two Brothers Mountain, Rio de Janeiro

Pre-event

Pre-event venue, to be confirmed

To be confirmed

7th September 2027 · From 2 PM

The Wedding

Solar Real from above, with Sugarloaf beyond

Solar Real
R. Aprazível, 39 – Santa Teresa ↗

9th September 2027 · 3:30 PM

Shuttle Pick-up Locations

leblon · TBC

ipanema beach · TBC

After-event

Boats in the bay at Armação dos Búzios

Armação dos Búzios
Armação dos Búzios, RJ ↗ After the wedding we’re spending a few days relaxing by the beach in Búzios, a coastal town a couple of hours from Rio. We’d love you to join us. Everyone’s welcome.

11th – 14th September 2027

Bárbara and Matthew on the waterfront in Hobart
the docks, Hobart
Selfie above the clouds with Sugarloaf and Guanabara Bay behind
Rio from above
A kiss on the seafront in Positano
Positano
A kiss on the beach, engagement ring on show
she said yes

Hotels We Recommend

Prefer your own place? Airbnbs in Ipanema and Leblon are a great option too, and keep you close to the shuttle pick-ups.

Getting Around

Escadaria Selarón steps, Rio de Janeiro

Escadaria Selarón & Lapa

The city’s most colourful staircase, tiled step by step by Jorge Selarón. Pair it with the Lapa Arches and the bars around them.

Christ the Redeemer statue against a blue sky

Christ the Redeemer

The obvious first stop. Cristo Redentor watches the whole city from the top of Corcovado, high in Tijuca National Park.

The Sugarloaf cable car approaching the summit

Sugarloaf Mountain

The Pão de Açúcar cable car climbs from Urca to a panorama of Christ, Copacabana and Guanabara Bay. Go for sunset.

Sunset over Ipanema and Dois Irmãos from the Arpoador rocks

Ipanema & Arpoador

If you only make one beach, make it this one: an afternoon on the sand, then sunset from the Arpoador rocks.

The yellow Santa Teresa tram on a sunlit street

Santa Teresa

Rio’s hillside bohemian quarter: old mansions, winding streets and the famous yellow tram. A world away from the beachfront.

Avenue of imperial palms at the Jardim Botânico

Jardim Botânico

Tropical gardens beneath the mountains, with an avenue of towering imperial palms. A gentler day out, close to Lagoa and Parque Lage.

The Parque Lage mansion courtyard with Corcovado behind

Parque Lage & Lagoa

A palatial mansion and gardens directly beneath Christ, then a lap of the lagoon. City, mountains and jungle in one walk.

The Museu do Amanhã at dusk, reflected in its pool

Museu do Amanhã

Calatrava’s science museum on the revitalised waterfront downtown, striking at any hour and best around sunset. Pair it with Praça Mauá and the AquaRio.

The long sweep of Barra da Tijuca beach from above

Barra da Tijuca

Eleven uninterrupted kilometres of Atlantic beach: wider, wilder and quieter than the Zona Sul. Worth the trip for a full day on the sand.

Aerial view of the Maracanã stadium

Maracanã

The temple of Brazilian football. If Flamengo or Fluminense are playing while you’re in town, go. There’s nothing like match day here.

Before you
fly

Brazil eVisa

Travelling on a US, Canadian or Australian passport? You’ll need an eVisa to enter Brazil. UK and EU passports don’t. It’s a simple online application: your passport, a photo and about ten minutes.

Apply through the official VFS portal at least a few weeks before you fly.

Apply for your eVisa ↗

Summer Formal

Some ideas if you’re looking for inspiration

Ladies

  • Maxi dresses & skirts
  • Lightweight materials
  • Florals, patterns and colour encouraged
  • Block heels recommended

Men

  • Lightweight suits
  • Ties optional
Outfit inspiration collage: guests in lightweight suits and colourful midi and maxi dresses
Bárbara and Matthew at sunset on a rooftop over Ipanema, Dois Irmãos on the horizon
Golden hour over Ipanema, Dois Irmãos on the horizon

FAQs

Can I bring a plus-one?

Your invitation will show who has been invited.

Are children invited?

We’ll confirm here whether it’s adults-only, named children only, or all children welcome.

What language will the wedding be in?

Placeholder. We’ll explain how English and Portuguese will be handled during the ceremony and speeches.

Do you have a wedding registry?

Placeholder. Details to come. Having you in Rio with us is the real gift.

What will the weather be like in Rio in September?

Typically warm and pleasant, around 25–27°C during the day and 18–20°C at night. It’s generally less hot and humid than summer.

Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

An outdoor ceremony, an undercover dinner and an indoor party.

What time does the wedding finish?

Around midnight to 1 AM.

Will food and drinks be provided throughout the night?

Placeholder. Think dinner, late-night food and an open bar. Full details to come.

What should I know about Rio?

Rio is a beautiful city that welcomes millions of tourists each year. That said, you should stay aware of your surroundings and belongings, and we don’t recommend walking around the streets at night.

We also encourage you to use Uber Black to and from your locations.

What should I know about Brazilian weddings?

Placeholder. Later nights, lots of dancing, and a more relaxed timeline than you might be used to. We’ll share the fun details here.

Who should I contact if I have a question while we’re in Rio?

Placeholder. We’ll share our planner’s contact details here before the big day.

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

We’d love you to be present rather than on your phone during the ceremony. We’ll have a photographer capturing it all on the day!

Can I post photos on social media?

Of course! We encourage it.

BÁRBARA AND MATTHEW