Planted between breathtaking beaches and forest-cloaked mountains, Rio de Janeiro – aka the Marvellous City – is one of the world’s most seductive coastal cities. At times, it feels charmingly chaotic – from the golden sands of Copacabana Beach to the gritty, street-art-filled neighbourhood of Lapa. At others, it feels surprisingly serene, whether you’re strolling the bougainvillea-draped hills of the Santa Teresa neighbourhood or hiking the rainforest on the city’s outer edges. Cariocas (that’s Rio residents) go about their days, and nights, with a catching lust for life – and you’ll soon be swept along by the same zealous live-and-let-live attitude. Here, discover our top picks around the city.
