The best time to visit Rio is between December and March, when the weather is warm and sunny enough to hit the beaches, although there may be quick but heavy downpours in the evenings. The city's ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: After visiting the Sugarloaf, unwind at the neighboring picturesque Praia Vermelha beach and then head over to the nearby Mureta, a bay-side wall in Urca where locals gather to ...

Our expert guide to 48 hours in the enthralling city of Rio de Janeiro, including where to eat, drink and sleep, and what to see and do. Chris Moss is a writer, editor and hotel expert on the UK, ...