Rio de Janeiro

Surfers and socialites frolic on sun-soaked beaches. Samba and bossa nova beats drift along historic streets. A soccer crowd unleashes a resounding cheer. The pulse of Rio de Janeiro is always racing. Whether you´re searching for the world´s biggest carnival or the planet´s tiniest bikinis, this smart, streetwise and stylish guide will connect you to the sexiest city in the Americas.



GET READY, SET, GO! - our special Carnaval section has dozens of planning tips for street parties, samba school parades and beyond

EXPLORE & EXPERIENCE the city´s legendary neighborhoods with more than 30 detailed maps and themed walking tours

DINE OUT & SLEEP IN with opinionated reviews of the city´s hippest restaurants and loveliest hotels

SURVEY THE SCENE - order up an exotic cocktail and get loose in Rio´s chic, sassy bars and clubs

LEARN THE LINGO - our Portuguese language section will guide you from tudo bem to tchauzinho