Rio de Janeiro city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in Brazil’s hottest city
Its frenetic carnival – taking place in 2024 between 9-17 February – and New Year’s Eve celebrations may be legendary but Rio’s allure goes way beyond these signature events.
This is a city generously blessed by geography and climate, with miles of beachfront, forested mountains and more than its fair share of global icons: from Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer to the great, sandy sweep of Copacabana. This physical diversity is echoed in a diverse population of indigenous, European, Asian and African descent. The result is a city with year-round appeal and a Carioca culture that’s all its own.
If you’re looking for a samba-fuelled break in one of the world’s most exciting cities, here is your ultimate guide, including what to do, where
