
Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Samba the night away in Lapa, people-watch & sip sunset cocktails on Ipanema Beach or get up close to Christ the Redeemer & marvel at the panoramic view of Rio. With full-colour maps & images throughout, highlights & itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs & interests, insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local, avoiding crowds & trouble spots. Contains essential info at your fingertips including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices as well as honest reviews for all budgets on eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. This guide offers cultural insights on history, music, football, architecture, outdoors, beaches & dance to give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience. Over 26 colour maps covering Ipanema, Leblon, Gavea, Jardim Botanico, Lagoa, Copacabana, Leme, Botafogo, Urca, Flamengo, Centro, Cinelandia, Santa Teresa, Lapa, Zona Norte, Barra da Tijuca, Western Rio & more.