Rio’s beaches Copacabana and Ipanema need little introduction. Instead, go to the locals’ beach Praia Vermelha in the ...

Sugarloaf Mountain Another iconic peak of Rio de Janeiro, which feels strikingly familiar the first time you see it in person, is Sugarloaf Mountain. This 396-metre granite peak can be reached by ...

Major attractions – such as Lapa ... For a hassle-free means of transportation from Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), you'll want to get an Uber or taxi. The subway is another ...

Visit between May and October when Rio's temperatures drop to enjoy fondue ... Pedra da Gávea – and offers an extensive array of activities. The forest sector houses multiple hiking trails ...

Freya: No Rodge, he’s in Rio de Janeiro. This all used to be covered in forest but now it’s a big city. People come to live here from all around the world. Rodge: And they mainly speak Portuguese.

Rio de Janeiro held the first day of its famous Carnival samba parades Sunday -- with many attendees also eying activities ...

The statue stands at 30 meters tall and was built between 1922 and 1931. Equipped with lightning rods, it is struck by ...