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Apartment in Rio de Janeiro
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviewsUnwind at an Airy, Contemporary Pad near Copacabana Beach
Oct 1 – 8
Apartment in Rio de Janeiro
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviewsLOFT IN LEBLON!!! GREAT LOCATION
Mar 27 – Apr 3
Apartment in Rio de Janeiro
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviewsLoft Design Vista Mar_Praia Copacabana/Air Conditioned
Oct 9 – 16
Loft in Rio de Janeiro
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviewsHeart of Ipanema - 200m from Lagoa and beach.
Sep 25 – Oct 2
Loft in Rio de Janeiro
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviewsLoft in Leblon close to the beach
Jul 12 – 19
Apartment in Rio de Janeiro
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviewsIpanema com Varanda para a Praia 803
Oct 14 – 21
Apartment in Copacabana
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsTOP launch- Ipanema Apartment - Beach 300 meters
Jul 14 – 21
Apartment in Copacabana
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviewsOcean View Deluxe Copacabana
Nov 3 – 10
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Home in Barra Guaratiba
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviewsChalet do Cozygo - Barra de Guaratiba
Aug 1 – 8
Cabin in Rio de Janeiro
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviewsCasa Floresta Paraíso Urbano Sea View
Mar 6 – 13
Cabin in Rio de Janeiro
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviewsGlass Cabin in the Forest
Oct 28 – Nov 4
Home in Rio de Janeiro
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviewsNui Container - Natural Getaway in Rio de Janeiro
Jun 23 – 30
Condo in Rio de Janeiro
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsRio Luxury Apartment
Mar 29 – Apr 5
Condo in Rio de Janeiro
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsYour summertime hideaway in Bohemian Botafogo!
Nov 11 – 18
Condo in Rio de Janeiro
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviewsExcellent apartment on Barra da Tijuca beach.
Aug 20 – 27
Condo in Rio de Janeiro
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviewsDream Rio Beachfront PENTHOUSE❤️Breathtaking Views
Aug 10 – 17
Your guide to Rio de Janeiro
All About Rio de Janeiro
With its combination of shimmering white-sand beaches, breathtaking views, and cosmopolitan lifestyle, Rio de Janeiro is one of South America’s great metropolises. From landmark sites like the hilltop statue Christ the Redeemer to the lesser-known Escadaria Selarón, the Brazilian city lives up to its nickname, Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City). Every February, Rio throws the world’s biggest street party, Carnival, a lively four-day celebration of beating drums, glittering costumes, and swaying hips.
Spend a day among the tanned bodies and gentle waves at Copacabana Beach, or explore the subtropical paradise of Parque Lage. Outdoor activity comes in all forms here, whether it’s hiking in the Tijuca rainforest, cycling alongside lakes and beaches, sailing across Baía de Guanabara, surfing, rock climbing, or hang gliding. And when you’re ready to get out of the sun, Rio’s cultural attractions have plenty to offer, including world-class museums, a diverse mix of architectural styles, craft markets, high-end fashion boutiques, and enough samba and choro music to keep you dancing until the sun comes up.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Rio de Janeiro
Summer, from December through March, is a popular time to visit, when the city is at its most festive. Carnival brings revelers into the city in February — the hottest month of the year. Spring (September through November) is also a good option, when the weather is still warm and there’s little rain. July is Rio’s coolest month, with an average high of 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Other major events in the city include the Festas Juninas, the traditional festivities adapted from European Midsummer that happen at the beginning of the Brazilian winter in June, celebrating the most famous Catholic saints. Festival de Rio brings the year’s best international films to the city in November, and Réveillon is a lively way to ring in the new year with fireworks and dancing.
Top things to do in Rio de Janeiro
Corcovado mountain
Take the cable car up to Corcovado mountain to The Christ the Redeemer statue — one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Once you arrive at the foot of the statue, gaze down at the city and take in the neighborhoods that make up the Zona Sul and out to Guanabara Bay. Try to go early and choose a day with clear weather.
Escadaria Selarón
These colorful 215 steps reside in Rio’s Lapa neighborhood. In 1990, an artist started decorating the staircase outside his home using scavenged tiles. In the years since, it has grown to over 2,000 tiles. While in Lapa, you can also explore hip coffee shops, thrift stores, and lively nightclubs.
Grumari Beach
Head where the locals go on the western shore of Rio. Although it’s about an hour’s drive, Grumari is what some call the city’s most secret beach. The unspoiled nature reserve includes nearly two miles of white and red sand. You’ll want to bring your own food and drink, since there aren’t any restaurants or shops here.
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