Rafael Rabello de Barros · CC BY-SA 3.0
Rio de Janeiro
Brazil · GIG
Copacabana, Christ, and mountains falling into the sea.
About
Rio de Janeiro, also known simply as Rio, is the capital and largest city of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is the second-largest city in Brazil after São Paulo, and the largest by number of international tourists. It has a population of 6 million in the city proper, and 13 million in its metropolitan area as of 2025. It is also the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas.
Known for
- beaches · world class
- sightseeing · world class
- hiking · excellent
- live music · excellent
- nature · excellent
- nightlife · excellent
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan86°F15d wet
- Feb86°F14d wet
- Mar85°F13d wet
- Apr81°F12d wet
- May78°F9d wet
- Jun77°F8d wet
- Jul76°F6d wet
- Aug77°F10d wet
- Sep79°F9d wet
- Oct80°F15d wet
- Nov80°F16d wet
- Dec84°F15d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Paragliding Rio de JaneiroFrom $192 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela VidigalFrom $61 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of RioFrom $82 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Day Tour in Rio de JaneiroFrom $146 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Tijuca National Park and all its wondersFrom $72 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private customized Tour of Rio de JaneiroFrom $140 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG), about 8 mi away.
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