Side Trips from Rio Travel Guide
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Fodor's Rio de Janeiro's 25 Best
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The state of Rio de Janeiro is relatively small, yet offers a broad range of distinctly Brazilian attractions, most within three hours of the city. It's worth staying at least two nights in either Búzios or Paraty to unwind after the frenetic pace of Rio. Nature lovers should reserve at least two days for Ilha Grande. While the beaches along the Blue and Green coasts are famous for their beauty, the interior offers mountainous terrain and fabulous hiking.
Side Trips from Rio Hotels
There are plenty of hotels for all budgets and all tastes, from oceanfront pousadas lining the beaches along the Blue and Green coasts that offer simple...read more
Side Trips from Rio Restaurants
The food here is nothing if not eclectic. Coastal towns serve a large selection of fresh seafood, and most have a local specialty that's worth trying. Beachfront...read more
Things To Do in Side Trips from Rio
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Rio
- $549 & up -- Flight Sale: Brazil from U.S. Cities, Roundtrip TAM Airlines
- $289-$334 -- Luxe Brazil Beach Resort w/Breakfast, 35% Off Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort
- $1999 & up -- Rio, Buenos Aires & Santiago 6-Nt. Trip w/Air go-today
- Alluring South America IExplore
- $1918 & up -- 8-Nt. Brazil & Argentina Escape w/Air & Tours — $1,918 LatinEscapes.com
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