Carnival parade at Rio’s Sambadrome with illuminated floats and crowded stands

48 hours

A weekend in Rio

Forty-eight hours without filling every minute. Beach time, walks and a sunset: an easy itinerary to adapt to the weather and your interests.

Carnival at the Sambadrome · seasonal event

Day 1 · Morning

Start on Copacabana Beach and its promenade. Late in the morning, continue toward Forte de Copacabana, leaving time for stops along the way.

The Copacabana walk

Day 1 · Afternoon and evening

Lunch, beach time or a pause in the southern end of the neighborhood. Reach Arpoador in the late afternoon for sunset, then choose Ipanema or Copacabana for the evening.

Plan your Arpoador stop

Day 2 · Morning and afternoon

Enjoy a slower morning around the beach and neighborhood. In the afternoon, choose another part of Rio to reach by metro, taxi or ride-hailing, according to your interests and the day’s conditions.

Day 2 · Late afternoon and evening

Return toward the coast in the late afternoon. For dinner, stay close to Copa Atelier or nearby Ipanema, without adding unnecessary journeys.

The city’s rhythm

During Carnival, Rio takes on a different rhythm; throughout the rest of the year, concerts, sports, festivals and cultural events keep the city lively. Carnival is not an every-weekend event: check the calendar for your stay.

What’s on in Rio

Concerts, festivals, sports, Carnival and cultural events change throughout the year. Check Riotur’s official calendar to see what is happening during your stay.

See events in Rio

Even on a short stay, Rio can be enjoyed without rushing when beaches, walks and transport are close at hand.

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01 · Practical Rio

Practical Rio Guide

Small details that make your stay easier: transport, payments, weather, local habits and everyday life.

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Stay close to the best of Rio

Copa Atelier offers a refined base in Copacabana, within easy reach of the beach, Arpoador and Ipanema.

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