Destinations · Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
8 posts about Rio de Janeiro — newest first.
What to Do in Búzios at Night
Búzios, Rio de Janeiro — the pedestrian Rua das Pedras, a bronze Brigitte Bardot statue, and a food festival with dishes at a flat R$28.
What to Do in Paraty: A 3-Day Itinerary
Paraty, Rio de Janeiro — a UNESCO World Heritage colonial town with a schooner tour, a waterfall slide, and Brazil's only true fjord nearby.
Saco do Mamanguá: Brazil's Only Fjord
Saco do Mamanguá, Paraty — a boat ride to a steep 3 km climb up Pão de Açúcar, rewarded with a paradisiacal view over Brazil's only true fjord.
Where to Eat in Rio de Janeiro
Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — a historic 1894 café, Michelin Bib Gourmand picks, and classic feijoada in Santa Teresa.
What to Do in Rio de Janeiro, the Marvelous City
A guide to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — Christ the Redeemer, historic downtown, Tijuca Forest, and honest safety tips from our own trip.
What to Do in Maringá, Rio de Janeiro
Waterfalls, hotels, and restaurants in Maringá, RJ — a great home base near Visconde de Mauá with easy access to nine nearby falls.
Penedo: Brazil's Little Finland
Inside Penedo, RJ — a Finnish-founded mountain town with waterfalls, Christmas-themed shops, and cozy inns near Itatiaia National Park.
Visconde de Mauá and Its Charms
Celebrating a birthday in Visconde de Mauá, Rio de Janeiro — how to get there, where to stay, and the hike up to Pedra Selada.