Lonely Planet Pocket Rio de Janeiro - (Pocket Guide) 2nd Edition by Marisa Megan Paska (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Rio de Janeiro - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Rio de Janeiro's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From visiting Rio's most important history museum: Museu Histórico Nacional, to admiring the beautiful shoreline views from Ipanema Beach, and walking the magnificently tiled staircase of Escadaria Selarón.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Rio de Janeiro travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Rio de Janeiro with ease
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Ipanema Beach, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, and Cristo Redentor
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Rio de Janeiro's best kept secrets and rising trends
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Rio de Janeiro
• Covers: Ipanema & Leblon; Gávea, Jardim Botânico & Lagoa; Copacabana & Leme; Botafogo, Humaitá & Urca; Flamengo & Around; Centro & Praça Mauá; Santa Teresa & Lapa

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Rio de Janeiro.