Rio de Janeiro was highly rated for beaches by 1,097 guests from the United Kingdom!Rio de Janeiro travel guide
Sassy City of Samba
Home of samba, Brazil’s 2nd largest city is sassy, seductive and spectacular. The Rio Carnival is legendary the world over for outrageous costumes and infectious rhythms.
Host of the 2014 World Cup final in Maracanã stadium and the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics, Rio de Janeiro is forward-thinking. High rises line Ipanema beach and you can find dozens of rollerbladers on the promenades at any time.
The hottest spot is Copabacana, a great place to try biscoito globo, a typical Rio beach snack. Sip a caipirinha here while the sun sets over the bay and mountains – unforgettable. It doesn’t end there though. Clubbing in Rio is fantastic and ranges from techno to traditional bossa nova. Bohemian beats can be found in Santa Teresa and Lapa, whose trams pass over a double-arched viaduct.
Overlooking all this from Corcovado mountain is iconic Christ the Redeemer, welcoming the world to Rio with arms outstretched. Take the funicular railway up to this statue on the edge of lush Tijuca Park for incredible views. Accessed by cable car, Sugar Loaf Mountain is also not to be missed.
Rio de Janeiro Airport is well linked to the ‘Marvellous City’, but traffic can be manic, so leave enough time to reach it from your Rio hotel, apartment or hostel booked through Booking.com.
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What guests said about Rio de Janeiro:
Bradley
United Kingdom
8.0
Second visit to Rio.
Second visit to Rio. Much different this time as I was with Brazilian friends & also the weather was very poor. Still managed to enjoy the experience and see new things. Most definitely one of the worlds must experience cities.
Zora
USA
8.0
I'm from Rio de Janeiro , but unfortunately things...
I'm from Rio de Janeiro , but unfortunately things change a lot, but I would have to write a book to tell the changes, anyway I always try to go there once or twice a year, I still love my Rio de Janeiro.😝
Jordan
USA
8.0
Very dangerous city, but if you can stay in the right...
Very dangerous city, but if you can stay in the right locations with proper information, you can have the trip of your life!
Uber will make your life a lot easier, with cheap fares and safety (just don't try to call them from the Corcovado - you need to go down first).
Natalie
Brazil
10
Copacabana and Ipanema beaches are fantastic.
Copacabana and Ipanema beaches are fantastic. Copacabana Fort is a great visit with wonderful views and two cafes with pricey but excellent brunches. Fun for kids to see the huge cannons but please hold their hands - there are many places for them to fall down!
laurent
United Kingdom
10
Fantastic city it is the third time I travel there and still...
Fantastic city it is the third time I travel there and still find new things to visit!
Special mention to restaurant Belmonte in General Osorio, simple but highly popular restaurant with friendly staff and friendly prices
stace82
United Kingdom
10
Rio is amazing incredible scenery.
Rio is amazing incredible scenery. Got to Christ the redeemer go early to avoid queues. Walk along the beach. Go up to escalada station and spend time walking around santa Teresa. We loved it very local.
“Super nice small hotel with great rooms, nice pool and great pool.
The view is the best view of Rio de Janeiro!
The staff is super nice and helpful!! Best hotel staff we have ever experienced!
There we even small monkeys right next to the hotel.”
“A lovely comfortable hotel; the staff were pleasant and very helpful. We were recommended a restaurant in Santa Teresa which had 'breathtaking views' and delicious food”
“This is by far the best hotel in Rio de Janeiro, beyond the luxury!! Must stay! It starts when you arrive, all the staffs are always ready to help, the hotel itselfs is incredibly beautiful, the rooms are big and clear, the swimming pool is marvelous... It's a fantastic brazilian experience!”
“Great View of Leblon and Ipanema beaches from the room (King Suite). Location (Bus stop right opposite hotel - frequent service to almost all of the tourist attractions in Rio). Breakfast Buffet far exceeded our expectations. Hotel Taxi service to International Airport. Beach Service was great (Chairs. Parasols & Towels provided free of charge by smiling and friendly local people) Would highly recommend this hotel.”
“The staff were incredibly helpful - and made a huge difference to our time in Rio by helping to plan each day and evening, with interesting shops and eateries off the tourist trail. This is the major advantage of staying in a boutique hotel rather than one of the big ones in Ipanema or Copacabana.The communal areas were nice. We enjoyed being in Santa Teresa.”
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