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Living in Rio de Janeiro🇧🇷

The Marvelous City — Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, the world's most spectacular carnival, and breathtaking natural scenery.

Internet

90

Mbps

Safety

4/10

Cost modifier

-5%

vs country base

Highlights

Copacabana & IpanemaChrist the RedeemerCarnivalSugarloaf Mountain

Neighborhoods

Ipanema

Beach & upscale

$1100/mo

90 Mbps

Rio's most iconic beach neighbourhood — Ipanema and Leblon beaches, chic boutiques, the Feira Hippie market, and the beautiful Dois Irmãos mountain backdrop.

Pros

  • Best beach
  • Safe for Rio
  • Great restaurants

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Traffic on beach days

Santa Teresa

Bohemian & hilltop

$700/mo

85 Mbps

Rio's artistic bohemian hilltop neighbourhood — colonial mansions, street art, the famous tram (bonde), and the best city views.

Pros

  • Artistic vibe
  • Panoramic views
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Safety concerns
  • Steep streets