City · South America
Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Sugarloaf by cable car, and Carnival in February or March.
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is May, September, or December to March.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- City
- Region
- South America
- Budget
- $$ (moderately priced)
- Time zone
- America/Sao Paulo (UTC-3 in January)
- Coordinates
- 22°54′S 43°10′W
Known for
Explore Rio de Janeiro on the map →Rio de Janeiro travel questions
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is May, September, or December to March.
How expensive is Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Rio de Janeiro known for?
Rio de Janeiro is known for beaches, Carnival and Christ the Redeemer. Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Sugarloaf by cable car, and Carnival in February or March.
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