based on 17 experiences
I loved Rio, I stayed in Copacabana and adored the restaurants on the beachfront. I went paragliding and it was an incredible experience. The city is lively and for those who like entertainment it is the ideal place, there are parties every day.
Posted: April 21, 2024Rio is beautiful, like no other city I have been to because of it being built into the mountains but you need to be careful and aware of your surroundings. Not many people outside tourist areas speak English.
Posted: February 6, 2024Zenith
South Africa
Rio de Janeiro was by far one of the most incredible places I had been to! I went with my family December of 2022 for the New Years (Reveillon). We stayed in Barra de Tijuca, a more upper-class neighbourhood of Rio. This time, Jan 2024, I am going back to Brazil (yes, back so soon) because I loved it so much haha! It has such a special place in my heart.
Posted: January 7, 2024The best place in the world. Do not go out at dawn or wander alone in desolate places. By doing so, you will be safe and have an incredible journey. Natural passages are so beautiful. Shopping centers are top class. It might be a bit chaotic if you stay in the northern or southern zones, but Barra da Tijuca is incredibly friendly and prepared to welcome foreigners.
Posted: December 11, 2023I was in Rio for some time and I liked the tourist places I visited. My advice - take care of your phone's safety and use Uber. Don't walk around the city when it gets dark.
Posted: September 10, 2023I stopped in the Copacabana district and loved the place. I didn't go out late at night and always watched my belongings in crowded places, just as I would do in any other large city. I had heard various opinions before leaving, but I was very pleasantly surprised and generally felt safe in Rio. I highly recommend seeing the steak restaurants, Sugarloaf Mountain, and taking the train to Christ the Redeemer.
Posted: June 8, 2023I spent 10 days alone in Rio a few months ago and completely fell in love with the city. It's one of the best places I've visited and I never felt too scared or worried about my safety, but I adhered to all of those common safety rules. Brazilians are some of the friendliest and most cheerful people I've met.
Posted: May 31, 2023Rio de Janeiro is a city it is worth visiting. Crime is high but knowing how to move around will allow you to have plenty of experiences You can stay 2 weeks or 2 years and still have new things to do.
Posted: May 23, 2023Rio is such an amazing city! But can get very unsafe, even in Copacabana. We went for carnival and had such an amazing time.
Posted: May 1, 2023I was in Rio with my friend for about 11 days and we never experienced anything suspicious. We stayed in Copacabana and did our own trips. We used Uber and everything was fine, except that not everyone speaks English, but it wasn't a big problem as we translated basic Portuguese phrases using Google. It was one of the best places I've been and if I get the chance, I will definitely go back there.
Posted: April 23, 2023Based on 11 experiences
Based on 11 experiences
Rio is a beautiful city, not better stay where all the tourists are. If you go to a local place it's not safe. So, better listen what they say at the hotel. Stay safe! Don't go to favela safaris. Instead go to see the touristic attractions.
Posted: September 4, 2024Rio is a somewhat dangerous city, but with some care, everyone can have an excellent experience in the Marvelous City. In tourist spots, there may be people watching tourists (especially foreigners) to gain some advantage. I suggest using either Uber, public transportation, and/or a trusted driver.
Posted: August 15, 2024Julia
I'm a 22 years old brazilian who wants to meet new people, show around my city and let you know how is the real and tradicional Rio de Janeiro beside the turistic points! our culture, food, what we like to do and also, practice my english. I think it would be a good way to make memories, of course. As a good brazilian, I LOVE talking and have fun!! If you interested or need some help with anything, just text me. Thank you💖
Nathalia
I'm a girl from Rio who has visited and lived in many Brazilian cities. So i have been a guide for several times, in different cities (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Aracaju and Porto Alegre). The best part is the opportunity to change experiences and make new friends! I really love it! Easy-going person, who loves to introduce my country and our culture to people.
Jaqueline
Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is a great opportunity to truly get to know many things. The best regions are the South Zone (many reliable hostels), the West Zone (Barra da Tijuca and Recreio dos Bandeirantes), and the North Zone (Tijuca). I do not recommend walking alone due to the risk of being mugged, but you will definitely leave Rio with great memories for life!
Posted: June 11, 2024Rio is an amazing city that mixes nature and cultural experiences. Full of parks and beaches, you can choose between crowded places and more private ones. The famous beaches are usually crowded, not my favorites. Lapa is a great bohemian neighborhood with lots of options, including samba and forró. Regarding safety, the area known as “zona sul” is the best to stay, considering also moving around by subway.
Posted: May 2, 2024I live in Rio, in Copacabana. I believe it's fairly safe here, so maintain the same precautions as you would in any large city. I recommend using Uber everywhere when night falls. Also, dress casually and try to scatter your belongings - put money in your bra and a card to be ultra-safe. It's really not as bad as people say. I love it here and I have not felt threatened in any way. Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, and Gávea are very safe neighborhoods. The downtown seems much less safe. Rio is an amazing city, and Brazilians are some of the friendliest people you can meet, always ready to help.
Posted: October 20, 2023I love Rio, but I usually avoid the city center in the evenings or going to bars alone. As for places to stay, I recommend the districts of Urca, Botafogo, Leme, and Copacabana. As for places to visit, I recommend Barra da Tijuca, Sao Conrado beach, Parque da Laje, and taking a ferry to Niteroi or to the island of Paquetá. As for public transportation, it is safe and cheap.
Posted: October 18, 2023I am half Brazilian and almost every year I travel to Rio to visit my family. People usually say that it is not a safe city, but honestly, you need to be cautious, just like in any other city, although you can take additional precautions. Do not walk around with your phone in your hand or attract too much attention to yourself, especially in places with a high concentration of tourists, like Zona Sul. Leave your expensive jewelry at home and do not open the windows too much if you are at a red light. Tourists are unfortunately a target for thieves, but if you keep everything close to you, you should be safe. These are all rules that the locals adhere to and that I have known since childhood. Rio is a beautiful city and I absolutely love it, you just need to be a little more careful.
Posted: June 11, 2023I lived there for many years and I loved it. A lot to see, but as anywhere, one needs to be street smart, carry local currency in small amounts, avoid showing jewelry and expensive equipment, pay attention to your surroundings. Enjoy the beaches if possible, get off the beaten path, visit Barra da Tijuca beach, walk along Copacabana sidewalk, admire the sunsets in Leblon or Arpoador, check out Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Botanical Garden, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, if you can, visit the Lake Region (Buzios, Arraial do Cabo), it's also worth visiting Angra dos Reis, Parati, Teresopolis mountains to see God's Finger Mountain, Petropolis - visit there the Imperial Museum, Nova Friburgo. Try traditional grilled Rodizio BBQ, Feijoada, Romeo and Juliet dessert, Flan, Peixada and caipirinha.
Posted: November 28, 2022Iris
Rio de Janeiro
1 day
Travelling keeps me fulfilled.
Mariana
Rio de Janeiro
3 days
Nasci no Rio de Janeiro, mas morei a maior parte da vida em Goiânia-GO-BR. Há 7 anos voltei a morar no Rio de Janeiro, cidade que amo e que além de linda tem muita cultura.
Isabella
I work as UI/UX Designer an US ecommerce agency. I enjoy visiting museus, hiking and swimming at the open sea