The hours of operation of the Corcovado Train Station in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is every day from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., including busy holidays such as Christmas, New Years Day, Easter and others. During the summer the railway train company adds one extra hour of operation in the evening, but it depends whether or not the visibility is good enough not to disappoint visitors. Beware that the ticket cost can not be refunded if you can’t see the…read more
Not-to-be-missed live music venues, where the trademark music of Brazil – samba – can be heard every week in Rio de Janeiro Samba Clubs in Lapa. Bossa nova, MPB, choro, forró, and other unique contributions to the world of music can also be heard in some samba clubs. Even rehearsals for the music of Carnaval, can be seen during the months leading up to the annual Carnaval extravaganza. So where, when, and how does a visitor experience the extraordinary variety…read more
Rio Scenarium is the largest and best live Samba hall in Rio de Janeiro, with several rooms. Increasingly touristy, but if you have only one night out, this is the place to go. Rio Scenarium’s decoration is the highlight: cool antiques decorates the whole place. This samba places is a sort of the ‘Sugar Loaf of Rio’s nightlife’: an attraction you can’t miss it. Cover Charge/Admission fee to Rio Scenarium: The price just to get in is R$20; US$10; €9…read more
Choosing good restaurants in Rio, Brazil, is as important as choosing a good hotel. In Rio there are great restaurants but there are also mediocre ones, some of them right next to your hotel. It is very common to choose the closest restaurant for dinner after a full day of touring Rio de Janeiro. However, siting at the table of the closest restaurant to your hotel is not always the wisest decision (this advice is also valid for other cities…read more
Dining in Rio de Janeiro is one of the most pleasant experiences you will have as long as you choose the best places to eat. There is plenty of restaurants for dining in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme and Santa Teresa. Find below not necessarily the best and the most expensive restaurants for dining in Rio de Janeiro, but rather unforgettable places to eat and to have a great time. Colombo Café Copacabana This is one of the best places in Copacabana for…read more
Traditional food in Rio de Janeiro Cuisine is a must try and can be found in several local restaurants in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leme, Leblon, Urca, Downtown and Santa Teresa neighborhoods. Rio’s famous and traditional food can also be eaten in many touristy restaurants in Rio de Janeiro, however the best one is the authentic cuisine, home made Brazilian food, found in places where locals eat at the price that locals pay. What is the food like in Brazil? The Brazilian traditional…read more
The prices of restaurants in Rio de Janeiro might surprise you. In fact, the cost of dining out in Rio can be compared to the cost of dining out in the USA or Europe. In many instances, Rio’s restaurants may be actually pricier than the restaurants you are used to go back home. There is a mix of factors that has turned the prices of restaurants in Rio de Janeiro one of the highest in Latin America: 1. The Brazilian and…read more
Food-Related Words in Brazilian Portuguese Alface – Lettuce Arroz – Rice Batata Frita – French fries Camarão – Shrimp Carne – Beef Carne moída – Finely ground beef Cebola – Onions Contra-filet – Sirloin steak Costela – Ribs Feijão – Beans Filé – Tenderloin steak Frango – Chicken/poultry Galinha – Chicken/poultry (Linguiça) Calabresa – Smoked sausage Lombinho/Carré – Pork terderloin/pork chops Mocotó – Cow’s foot Peito de Frango – Chicken breast Peixe – Fish Pescadinha – A type of fish…read more
Santa Teresa is a charming and old neighborhood with several authentic restaurants where you can eat. No matter where you stay in Rio de Janeiro, it is worth taking an afternoon to go have lunch in Santa Teresa as well as to take a stroll on its cobble-stones streets and visit its artsy shops. Although you can go there for any meal, Santa Teresa is more popular for lunch than dinner (in fact, lunch is the main meal in Rio…read more
There are several places to eat in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro. Either for breakfast, lunch or dinner you can find a large choice of restaurants offering traditional Brazilian cuisine as well as some international ones. Find below a finely selected list of good mid-range restaurants where Cariocas (natives of Rio de Janeiro) go eating: Brazilian cuisine in Leblon: 1. Balada Mix (sandwiches and fresh juices) Perfect for a light and healthy meal, from 8 a.m. Tasty sandwiches and fresh juices. Avenida…read more
