Rio 2026

A collection of 48 places curated by Aoife

Places in this collection

  1. Centro

    other

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Underrated, feels very different from the beach areas, spend a morning here, go to the Portuguese library, take a free history walking tour

    CentroView on Google Maps

  2. Dois Irmãos

    attraction

    State of Rio Grande do Sul, 93950-000, Brazil

    Hike with panoramic views of Rio, takes 40 minutes to an hour to hike up, many people do this hike for sunrise

    Dois IrmãosView on Google Maps

  3. Comida Nigeriana de Latifah

    restaurant

    Praça Paris - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-040, Brazil

    Nigerian food stall at Gloria Market, known for Jollof rice with chicken and plantain

    Comida Nigeriana de LatifahView on Google Maps

  4. Morro Dois Irmãos

    activity

    Jacarepaguá, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    A short but intense hike with nonstop payoff, offering 360-degree views of Ipanema, Leblon, Corcovado, and Pedra da Gavea.

    Morro Dois IrmãosView on Google Maps

  5. Rocinha

    attraction

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Visit for a fantastic local lunch for super cheap and to buy football shirts.

    RocinhaView on Google Maps

  6. Tapí Tapioca e Açaí Tijuca

    restaurant

    R. Uruguai, 380 - Loja 4 - Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20510-052, Brazil

    Try quality acai from Tapí

    Tapí Tapioca e Açaí TijucaView on Google Maps

  7. Morro da Urca

    attraction

    Urca, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    First viewpoint on Sugarloaf Mountain, DJ set some nights, check the schedule

    Morro da UrcaView on Google Maps

  8. São Conrado

    attraction

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    White sand beach, watch the sunset

    São ConradoView on Google Maps

  9. Maracanã

    attraction

    R. Prof. Eurico Rabelo - Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20271-150, Brazil

    Go to a soccer match in Maracanã stadium… the passion of the fans here is like no other

    MaracanãView on Google Maps

  10. Ipanema Beach

    attraction

    Ipanema Beach, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Spend a day on Ipanema beach and try as many beach snacks and drinks as you can

    Ipanema BeachView on Google Maps

  11. Sugarloaf Mountain

    attraction

    Urca, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Take the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain for incredible views of the city!

    Sugarloaf MountainView on Google Maps

  12. Rio de Janeiro

    other

    Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    The only favela in Rio that isn't controlled by a gang and you can openly film inside.

    Rio de JaneiroView on Google Maps

  13. Pedra do Arpoador

    attraction

    Av. Francisco Bhering, s/n - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22080-050, Brazil

    Sunset from Pedra do Arpoador, a big rocky area where everyone gathers at this time, is unforgettable.

    Pedra do ArpoadorView on Google Maps

  14. Santa Teresa

    other

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Explore the artsy, bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa

    Santa TeresaView on Google Maps

  15. Vidigal

    attraction

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro

    Safe favela, used to tourists, has one of the best viewpoints over the city

    VidigalView on Google Maps

  16. Jericoacoara

    attraction

    Jijoca de Jericoacoara - Ceará, Brazil

    Paradise with caipirinhas, amazing sunsets, live bands, wild donkeys, delicious food, and shopping.

    JericoacoaraView on Google Maps

  17. Barra da Tijuca

    attraction

    Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Kilometers of white sand beaches, watch the sunset

    Barra da TijucaView on Google Maps

  18. Mercadão Sahara

    shop

    Rua Gonçalves Lédo, 15 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20060-020, Brazil

    Huge market with lots of choice and good prices for souvenirs, classic Brazil merch, beach canga, jewelry, accessories, carnival stuff, and official merch

    Mercadão SaharaView on Google Maps

  19. Christ the Redeemer

    attraction

    Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil

    Visit Christ the Redeemer, one of the “new” 7 wonders of the word

    Christ the RedeemerView on Google Maps

  20. Deli Rio

    restaurant

    R. Visc. de Pirajá, 580 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22410-002, Brazil

    Takeout salad

    Deli RioView on Google Maps