As far as tipping goes, it is considered polite to add gratuity however, most restaurants already include a 10-percent service charge on the bill. To really blend in, finish off your meal with an espresso. When dining, try authentic dishes like feijoada (a meat-and-bean stew) or a ham and pineapple sandwich. However, it's not unusual to spot lavishly dressed locals rummaging through clothing racks in São Conrado Fashion Mall's high-end stores. Dress continues to be casual in restaurants and along the main shopping drag in the Zona Sul district. You'll fit in by wearing shorts, T-shirts and cover-ups while walking along the beaches. We also recommend writing down the address of attractions you want to visit for taxi drivers. While there are some English-speakers near tourist attractions, it's helpful to bring a Portuguese phrasebook. Portuguese is Brazil's official language. Friendly, hospitable and always up for a celebration, Cariocas relish eating late, dancing late and dressing up in glittery costumes for Carnival - Rio's most riotous and colorful party. READ MOREĬariocas (native Brazilians born in Rio de Janeiro) are known for their easy-going demeanor. Department of State's website for the most up-to-date travel advisories. Visitors should avoid all demonstrations and consult the U.S. There are also ongoing protests and demonstrations in Rio de Janeiro. In recent years, large efforts have been made to rid the areas of crime, but some parts remain unsafe. Outside of tourist areas, the city includes large shantytowns, known as favelas, where about 130,000 people live in poverty. Note: Rio de Janeiro isn't without its share of problems.
At night, you'll hear the soothing sounds of samba pulsating through the city streets in Lapa. And if you visit in February - just in time for Carnival - you'll witness Brazil's vibrant Portuguese masquerade that draws revelers from across the globe. From Maracana Stadium (home of the 2014 World Cup finals and the 2016 Olympic Games) to the volleyball courts of Flamengo Park, the city is alive with activity. The city is also known for its love of sport. Stroll along Avenida Atlântica in Copa, and you'll find a city brimming with bikini-clad beachgoers. Here, glitz, high fashion and a laid-back attitude dominate the city's character. And from the shores of Copacabana and Ipanema, you'll admire the picture-perfect backdrop that has attracted Cariocas (native Brazilians born in Rio de Janeiro) and visitors alike for more than 500 years.īut there's much more to Rio than scenic vistas, tropical rainforests and cerulean seas. From the slopes of Corcovado Mountain, you'll admire the striking 125-foot-tall Christ the Redeemer, who overlooks Rio's pristine beaches. Rio de Janeiro boasts dramatic views from nearly every angle. Resting at the mouth of a bay harbor, the city is lined with white-sand beaches, lush rainforests and surrounded by staggered green mountains. Known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City), this glimmering Brazilian metropolis has certainly earned its title.
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