Rio de Janeiro travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Rio de Janeiro, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Moderate
- Currency
- Brazilian real (BRL).
- Emergency
- 190 for police, 192 for ambulance.
Budget & costs
Rio de Janeiro on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Rio is moderate.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Rio de Janeiro: airport transfers, tickets and tips
Metro, buses and ride-hailing.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Rio de Janeiro safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Be cautious with valuables.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: month-by-month guide
May to October for dry, mild weather; December to March is hot and wet.
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