Rio de Janeiro · 69 places scored
The best of Rio de Janeiro, answered like a local friend.
Rio doesn't do subtle — beaches spill into forested mountains, samba spills into the street, and somehow it all just works.
The Top 10 lists
Top 10 Restaurants
11 places · Top: Tacacá do Norte
Top 10 Cafés & Coffee
10 places · Top: Banca do Ouvidor
Top 5 Bars & Nightlife
9 places · Top: Bracarense
Top 5 Beaches
6 places · Top: Arpoador Beach
Top 5 Parks & Outdoors
8 places · Top: Parque do Flamengo (Aterro do Flamengo)
Top 10 Attractions
11 places · Top: Real Gabinete Português de Leitura
Top 5 Museums
7 places · Top: Museu Histórico Nacional
Top 5 Markets & Food Halls
5 places · Top: Feira do Lavradio
Planning & local guides
Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro
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Sports & live events in Rio de Janeiro
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