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    Rio de Janeiro travel guide

    Everything you need to know before your trip to Rio

    Money, safety, parties, beaches, getting around, living in Rio and Portuguese. Practical guides written by locals, updated with real prices and dates.

    Sugarloaf Mountain and Botafogo Bay at sunset Plan your trip

    First Time in Rio: The Essential Guide

    Everything worth knowing before your first trip to Rio de Janeiro: how many days, neighborhoods, money, safety, transportation and language, with links to each in-depth guide.

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    Avenida Atlântica and Copacabana Beach at night Safety

    Is Rio de Janeiro Safe? An Honest 2026 Guide

    Millions of visitors enjoy Rio every year without trouble. Area map, habit checklist, getting around at night, emergency numbers and tips for solo women and LGBTQ+ travelers.

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    Street vendors on the Copacabana promenade at night Safety

    Common Scams in Rio and How to Avoid Them

    A R$20 corn on the cob charged R$20,000: the card-machine scam is real. The most common scams in Rio, how to spot them and what to do. Quiz included.

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