Rio de Janeiro (Galeao Intl. Airport) (GIG) Transfers

Standing on top of Corcovado Mountain, 710 meters above the sea level, Christ the Redeemer overlooks the metropolis below with outstretched arms. The statue, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the ...

Admire Rio's flora and fauna in the botanical garden which sits right next to the Tijuca National Park, naturally attracting different animal species to settle. If you check their schedule, you can pa...

Being the largest aquarium in south america, AquaRio holds up to 8000 animals of 350 different species in their tanks. Stroll through tunnels amidst the marine animals to admire the colourful fish and...

Translated to English, The Museum of Tomorrow is an exhibition that combines science and art and shows its visitor, among other things, the future developments mankind will face in biodiversity, techn...

A rather unremarkable facade hides a rare abundance of gems: opulent and gilded carvings from in 17th-century Baroque and Rococo styles embellish the interior, in addition to two magnificent statues o...

Timidly emerging from the waters of the Guanabar Bay, this 395 meters tall, egg-shaped mountain is one of tourists' favorite destinations in Rio de Janeiro. Check the weather forecast to be sure of go...

Held seven weeks before Easter, the Rio de Janeiro Carnaval (Carnival) is a five-day extravaganza of bright colors, energy and samba music. From Friday to the Ash Wednesday, the town comes to life an...

This popular lookout offers a beautiful view over Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado. Given its proximity to the city, many photographers prefer to shoot from here rather than climb to the top of Corov...

In its first 15 years of life, this outdoor festival has established itself as one of the most important events in the country, featuring some of the best performers in the world. Held in the city of ...

The State of Rio de Janeiro is world-renowned for its many breathtaking beaches. Copacabana is probably Rio’s most famous beach: located in the vibrant neighborhood of the same name, it is almost 6 km...

The Aventureiro Sustainable Development Reserve is located in the southwest of the IIha Grande, Rio de Janeiro’s largest island, in the Angra Dos Reis Bay. The reserve, established in 1990, features e...

The favelas are Brazil's gloomily famous shanty towns. Once shelter for war veterans and freedmen, they have now become the symbol of social and economic inequalities in the country. A guided tour of...

The twentieth-century Teatro Municipal magnificently overlooks Praça Floriano, contrasting against neighbouring modern skyscrapers with its splendid facade. The theatre is a symbol of architectural re...

Considered a must see in Rio de Janeiro, the Escadaria Selarón is not an ordinary staircase, but rather the life's work of a Chilean painter named Jorge Selarón, his odd obsession and his romantic hom...

Former property of the famous Brazilian landscape architect and artist Roberto Burle Marx, the residence and its 100-acre gardens house an extensive exhibition synthesizing the artist's genius, ideals...

When visiting the country of samba, why not put your dancing shoes on and try a few moves yourself? Rio's samba schools are active participants in the city's Carnival parades, competing to be crowned ...

Hang gliding really is one of the best experiences the city has to offer. Take flight from one of the many hills surrounding Rio de Janeiro and glide smoothly through the gentle Brazilian wind. There ...

The National Historical Museum in Rio de Janeiro is renowned for the quality of its exhibitions and its ability to chronologically and interactively present the history of Brazil. Six permanent and on...

This fancy restaurant located in a XIX century warehouse, in the heart of old Rio, is still reminiscent of the transoceanic trade era of the past. Enjoy traditional Brazilian dishes in a charming and ...

Located just a stone's throw from the Copacabana Beach, Lebanese restaurant Amir is one of the best exponent of Arab cuisine in Rio de Janeiro. Let the flavorful Middle Eastern delicacies charm you an...

Situated in the heart of cosmopolitan Leblon, Fellini is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular kilo restaurants, renowned for the quality of its food and its well trained staff. Choose anything you wan...

Hidden in the narrow Travessa do Paco, Hachiko has proven to be a real culinary gem and one of the best restaurants in town. Take a seat on the wicker and bamboo chairs and wait for the restaurant's s...

Renowned for its grilled meat and traditional Brazilian food, this restaurant is loved by both tourists and locals, who often crowd the streets outside while waiting for a table. Thanks to its informa...

Located on the edge of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and surrounded by the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, Lagoon is a large complex of different restaurants and movie theaters. Take a seat on the terrace and...

Honored with two Michelin stars, Oro is a sophisticated restaurant where respect for Brazil's culinary traditions meets the chef's trailblazing audacity. Felipe Bronze, the award winning chef and owne...

Colorful, cosmopolitan restaurant in Ipanema specializing in healthy and organic food in a relaxed and charming ambiance. Zaza offers a top-notch dining experience in an informal, quirky environment.

Founded almost 30 years ago by the French chef and television personality Claude Troisgros, the Michelin-rated Olympe mixes local flavors and refined gastronomy techniques to create a unique culinary ...

Founded in 1985, Polis Sucos was the first juice bar ever to open in Rio de Janeiro. Considered an institution by the people of Ipanema, it offers fresh juices prepared exclusively with seasonal fruit...

Few block away from the famous Sambodromo, Galeto 183 offers traditional Portuguese food in a cozy and informal ambiance. Highly popular among the citizens of Rio the Janeiro, less so among tourists, ...

Org Bistrô offers delicious, creative vegetarian meals prepared and presented in accordance with the chef's philosophy of life: to promote a healthy lifestyle and contribute to restoring a balanced ec...

Located approximately 100 meters away from the beach of Ipanema, Quitéria is an elegant restaurant that offers authentic Brazilian recipes using only local organic and fresh products. Tourist enjoy e...

Creativity, sophistication and Asian traditions coexist in this elegant restaurant in Ipanema, the crown jewel of the Japanese cuisine in Rio de Janeiro. The charming wooden interiors designed by Thia...

Located near the Copacabana, Marius Degustare enchants his customers with passionately prepared, high quality fish, seafood, meat and dessert dishes. In addition, you are given the choice of 400 diffe...

For vegetarian and vegan dishes like cakes, pies, brownies, mousse and pizzas, Prana is the place to go. Chef Marcos Freitas follows his passion for vegetarian food and makes flavour and creativity co...

This historic literary café, dating back to 1894, is a part of cultural and artistic heritage of Rio de Janeiro. Best known for a lavish Belle Époque decor that turns the clock back to the early XX ce...

With various branches located across the city, Café Hum is the perfect place to take a break. It serves rich Brazilian blends as well as cappuccino and espresso, combined with delicious homemade cakes...

Homey but elegant, the café Da Casa da Tata is famous for its home-baked breads, cakes and Brazilian desserts. Locals and tourists go there in the early morning hours to taste the ultimate Brazilian b...

Located in the heart of Leblon, the trendy 'Talho Capixaba' combines elements of a bakery, a deli and a café. Start your day with a cappuccino and a large croissant, visit during lunch to taste the de...

Founded in 1860, Casa Cavé is one of the icons of Rio de Janeiro's Belle Époque period, together with the Confeitaria Colombo. A visit to the city's oldest bakery, once hangout for noblemen and polit...

Located in downtown Rio de Janeiro, Curto Café has adopted a revolutionary way to run its business: here, customers can choose how much to pay based on their satisfaction, leaving the money in a box o...

This small, cute café is a true hidden gem of Rio de Janeiro, located halfway between Ipanema and Copacabana and easily accessible from both neighborhoods. Small in size but gigantic in the quality it...

A small, cozy café strategically located near the Corovado train station and therefore well-connected to the statue of Christ the Redeemer. It is the ideal stop to wait for the next train, while tasti...

When in 1940 Kurt Deichmann arrived in Rio fleeing from the Nazi Regime, he probably didn't know that the confectionery he was going to open would have become the most renowned and well-regarded in al...

Elected to be serving not only the best breakfast in Rio de Janeiro but also in Brazil, Empório Jardim is the right place to start your day in the morning or to drop in at any other time. The interior...

The buzzing Palaphita Kitch lies on the shores of the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, nestled in a frame of palm trees. Characterized by a sophisticated wooden decor perfectly integrated with the surroundi...

Rio Scenarium is a vibrant and cosmopolitan samba bar in downtown Rio de Janeiro with a quirky and creative vintage vibe. Feel free to hit the dance floor alongside amateurs and professionals or get a...

Fun but sophisticated, the Bla Bla Champanheria combines Japanese food and a wide variety of high-quality champagne labels. Its proximity to the nightlife streets of Barra da Tijuca makes it the perfe...

Located near downtown Rio de Janeiro, the often crowded Alto Lapa is one of the most popular nightclubs of the city, especially among the younger Cariocas. If you are looking for an authentic party ex...

Located in the vibrant Lapa neighborhood, the Clube dos Democraticos is a great place to dance to the rhythm of Brazilian live music. Let the sound of Samba and Forró guide you through the night, find...

Every weekend, the Circo Voador hosts important names of the Brazilian and international music scene. Rock, samba, reggae and funk music liven up the nights of this famous Lapa concert hall, where the...

Located in an old safe factory, Fundição Progresso is a self-sustaining cultural center, home to art schools, paintings exhibitions, theater plays, circus performances and great musical shows. The be...

Nestled at the top of a small hill in the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, the Explorer Bar awaits you behind the leafy branches of its many trees. This restaurant-cocktail bar serves delicious fre...

Located in the picturesque neighborhood of Santa Teresa, the Armazém São Thiago is a typical Brazilian bar, bearer of the city's history and traditions. Also known as "bar do Gomez", it serves refresh...

This bar regularly hosts live acts of well-known carioca artists. Grab a beer, caipirinha or another mixed drink and move your body along to some Brazilian samba or chorinho tunes.

The oldest rock house in Rio de Janeiro, the Bar Bukowski, opens its doors only on Fridays and Saturdays and offers several bars and dance floors in a large outdoor area. Bukowski also hosts concerts ...

The streets of Rio are home to diverse shops, fairs and markets. Ipanema has a mix of upscale and bargain shopping areas, the former being Rua Garcia d’Avila and Rua Maria Quiteria, the latter being R...

Every first Saturday of the month, Rua do Lavradio hosts the Feira do Rio Antigo, an exciting multicultural event that attracts both locals and tourists. The street fills up with stalls, live bands, d...

Are you in the mood for an excursion outside Rio de Janeiro? Head to the charming Búzios peninsula, a heaven on earth bounded by a volcanic coastline, diverse beaches and pristine waters. Here you can...

When looking for a shopping experience, Rio de Janeiro offers plenty of alternatives, one of which being the many large shopping malls, home to major fashion brands, cinemas and restaurants. Below is ...

In 1968, a group of Brazilian artists started to sell frames in Praça General Osório to help pay the neighborhood bars' bills. From that year on the event developed and expanded to become one of Rio's...

Head to the Mercado Uruguaiana, one of the largest flea markets in Rio, to find slashed prices and a wide variety of products, most of which made in China. Put some 'reais' aside and get ready to barg...

The small Feria de Copacabana consists of a collection of clothes and souvenir stalls strategically located in front of the popular Copacabana beach. It opens late in the afternoon and goes on till mi...

Located in one of the oldest areas of downtown Rio de Janeiro, the Saara flea market is certainly a pleasant surprise for those seeking an authentic Carioca shopping experience. Wander around the over...