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Overview
Golden beaches and lush mountains, samba-fueled nightlife and spectacular football matches: welcome to the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City).
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Best Things to Do
A city that famously embraces joyous pleasure, Rio de Janeiro is always a dynamic place to visit. Here are a few fabulous things to do while you’re there.
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Best Time to Visit
From avoiding crowds and cooler weather to joining the hottest parties, this is what you need to know about the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro.
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Things to Know
Leave your worries at home and embrace the Carioca way of living with these top tips from a local.
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Transportation
As the second largest city in Brazil, Rio's size can be intimidating to visitors. Here's everything you need to know about getting around Rio de Janeiro.
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Free Things to Do
From world-famous beaches and generous green spaces to cultural centers and museums, there's plenty to do in Rio without spending a single centavo.
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Best Neighborhoods
You may not have heard of all of these Rio neighborhoods. But you’ll never forget them once you visit.
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Day Trips
See wilderness-backed beaches, ancient sites and smaller-scale cities of Rio de Janeiro state on these top day trips from Rio de Janeiro.
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Money and Costs
Rio may not be the most budget friendly destination in South America, but these tips will help you make your reais go farther in the Marvelous City.
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Traveling with Kids
Brazil is home to a family-centric culture, and Rio de Janeiro is no exception – here's our guide to help you plan a great trip to Rio with kids.
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