What you will find
Leonardo da Vinci is one of Rio’s most traditional independent bookshops. It is hidden in the basement of Edifício Marquês do Herval and has a distinctive atmosphere.
Besides buying books, you can browse the shelves, discover independent publications and explore an important part of Centro’s cultural history.
History
It was founded in 1952 by Vanna Piraccini and Andrei Duchiade. For decades it was frequented by writers, artists, teachers and students. Carlos Drummond de Andrade even paid tribute to it in his work.
What makes this place special
The staircase down to the basement and its classic Rio bookshop atmosphere.
