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Plan around Rio

Rio de Janeiro travel guides

Build a realistic Rio trip around the neighbourhoods, beaches, weather and experiences that matter most to you. These practical guides explain the choices behind where to stay, how to get around and what to prioritise each day.

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Choose your base, then shape the days

Begin with our guide to where to stay if you have not chosen a neighbourhood. Once your base is set, use the Rio itinerary to group nearby sights and leave room for beach time and changing weather.

Travelling for Carnival, planning a day trip or comparing airport transfers? Filter the complete collection below to get straight to the decision you need to make next.

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Ipanema beach with umbrellas, ocean waves and mountains beyond

Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro depends on what you want from your trip, but April to May and September to October are particularly good choices for many first-time visitors.

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