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.