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Copacabana

beach

Iconic curved beach with promenade, beach culture, kiosks, and New Year's fireworks.

Ipanema

beach

Fashionable beach neighborhood with trendy boutiques, sunset views at Arpoador, and vibrant culture.

Christ the Redeemer

sightseeing

Iconic 30m Art Deco statue atop Corcovado mountain with panoramic city views.

Sugarloaf Mountain

views

Granite peak with cable car ride, 360° views of Guanabara Bay, and sunset viewpoint.

Lapa

nightlife

Bohemian nightlife hub with Arcos da Lapa aqueduct, samba clubs, and street parties.

Santa Teresa

art

Hillside artistic neighborhood with colonial mansions, studios, cafes, and tram rides.

Leblon

dining

Upscale beach neighborhood with fine dining, designer shops, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Botafogo

local

Trendy neighborhood with bay views, craft beer scene, startups, and Sugarloaf access.

Centro

history

Historic downtown with colonial churches, Confeitaria Colombo, Theatro Municipal, and markets.

Urca

local

Quiet residential area at Sugarloaf base with waterfront bars, bay views, and sunset spots.

Tijuca Forest

nature

World's largest urban rainforest with waterfalls, hiking trails, and wildlife sanctuary.

Barra da Tijuca

beach

Modern beach suburb with 18km coastline, shopping malls, Olympic Park, and surf spots.

Rio de Janeiro

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April-October (dry season). December-March — hot and humid, but Carnival.

Russians, Americans, Canadians — e-visa required since 2024 ($80).

Be cautious. Ipanema and Leblon safest. Avoid favelas without guide.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Rio de Janeiro

Use Uber instead of buses — safer and easier

Take minimal belongings to beach, don't leave unattended

Avoid Centro, Lapa, Santa Teresa at night

Don't display expensive jewelry or phone

Favelas — only with organized tour

Visit Christ statue in morning — fewer clouds

Bike path along beaches — great way to get around

Carnival (Feb-Mar) — book 6 months ahead

Weather

Average temperature by month

Now

31°

55%5 м/с

Today

41°26°

Tomorrow

39°27°

Wed

35°27°

Thu

34°26°

Fri

36°26°

Sat

36°26°

Sun

34°28°

29°

24°Jan

30°

24°Feb

28°

23°Mar

27°

22°Apr

25°

20°May

24°

19°Jun

24°

19°Jul

24°

19°Aug

25°

19°Sep

26°

21°Oct

26°

22°Nov

28°

23°Dec

Water temperature

25°

26°

24°

23°

22°

21°

23°

24°

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1.5 R$~0.28 $

MetroRio, Moovit

3 линии, 5:00-00:00. Женские вагоны в час пик.

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1 R$~0.19 $

Moovit

Обширная сеть, но пробки. Избегайте в час пик.

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1 R$~0.19 $

Uber, 99

Uber очень дешёвый и безопасный

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location.transport.metro	1.5 R$ ~0.28 $	MetroRio, Moovit	3 линии, 5:00-00:00. Женские вагоны в час пик.
location.transport.bus	1 R$ ~0.19 $	Moovit	Обширная сеть, но пробки. Избегайте в час пик.
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Prices

Cost of food, accommodation and services

Cafes & Restaurants

Lunch

40 R$

~40.0 $

Restaurant dinner

200 R$

~200 $

Street Food

Local dish

20 R$

~20.0 $

Drinks

Coffee

10 R$

~10.0 $

Beer in bar

15 R$

~15.0 $

Wine bottle

50 R$

~50.0 $

Fast Food

Big Mac

23 R$

~23.0 $

Groceries

Water 1.5L

5 R$

~5.0 $

Weekly groceries

250 R$

~250 $

Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.

Accommodation

Hotels and rental prices

Hostel dorm

60 R$ / night

~60.0 $

Hostel private room

150 R$ / night

~150 $

Hotel 2★

200 R$ / night

~200 $

Hotel 3★

300 R$ / night

~300 $

Hotel 4★

500 R$ / night

~500 $

Hotel 5★

1,250 R$ / night

~1,250 $

Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.

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VisaMastercardElo

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widespread

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Apple PayGoogle PayPIX

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Cards widely accepted. Cash essential for beaches (vendors, caipirinhas), favela tours, and street markets. PIX mobile payment huge with locals but tourists can't easily use it.

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Banco do Brasil or Bradesco ATMs in malls safest (avoid street ATMs - crime risk). Avoid Copacabana/Ipanema beachfront exchanges - 8-10% worse. Airport Galeão exchange terrible. Confidence Câmbio on Av. Rio Branco downtown has fair rates. Use ATMs in shopping centers like Rio Sul or BarraShopping.

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10%

10% service charge usually included in bill. Additional tip not expected but appreciated.

Safety

Medium safety level

Follow standard precautions

Avoid Centro, Lapa, Santa Teresa at night. Don't display expensive jewelry or phone. Use Uber instead of buses at night. Favelas — only with a guide.

What to see

Attractions and points of interest

Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro

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3/5

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$1200

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2/5

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4Ggood

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WeWork, Templo

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E-visa✓

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