Is Rio de Janeiro Expensive?

Is Rio de Janeiro expensive to visit?

Rio de Janeiro is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $108. Compared to the rest of South America, it is a very expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 10% of cities in South America for its travel prices, comparable to places like Machu Picchu and Puerto Varas.

The beaches of Rio

How expensive is Rio de Janeiro?

The average cost of traveling to Rio de Janeiro can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $108 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Rio de Janeiro here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Rio de Janeiro?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Rio de Janeiro will cost around $324 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $647.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a one week trip to Rio de Janeiro costs about $755 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,510.

Is it expensive to backpack in Rio de Janeiro?

With more than 70 hostels in the area, Rio de Janeiro is a popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $16 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Rio de Janeiro here.) It's also common to see a wide range in prices, as the cheapest hostels here cost $0, but the most expensive can be more than $104 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Rio de Janeiro.

• $15 for a dorm bed at Books Hostel
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• $11 for a dorm bed at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema
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• $16 for a dorm bed at Discovery Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Rio de Janeiro?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Rio de Janeiro, we can see that they are somewhat more expensive in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $59. The area hosts around 25 five-star hotels, averaging $166 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $72 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $48 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Rio de Janeiro?

Activities and things to do in Rio de Janeiro can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $22 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $15.

• Full-Day Private Tour of Rio with Pick Up: $160
• Rio Favela Tour: $35
• Christ the Redeemer with ticket, escadaria selaron and Sugarloaf: $95
• Walking tour of the bohemian neighborhoods of Santa Teresa and Lapa: $65
• Tour A day in Rio VIP - Corcovado Train + Rodizio Steakhouse: $119
• Private City Tour + profes. photos/Land Cruiser 8 seat, comfort+: $160
• Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio: $95
• Half Day Hiking Tour Morro Dois Irmaos and Favela Vidigal: $49

Is food expensive in Rio de Janeiro?

Food in Rio de Janeiro can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $21 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $20. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Authentic Samba Show in Rio de Janeiro with Dinner: $267
• Samba Show Ginga Tropical with Optional Dinner : $143
• Private Street Food tour Adventure: With a local street market! : $259
• Feijoada Food Tour in Rio de Janeiro with Hotel pick-up and drop-off: $80
• Dinner & Rio Scenarium Nightclub Admission with Transfer: $85
• Rio Bar Food Tour with a Local: $81

Is transportation expensive in Rio de Janeiro?

Exploring local transportation in Rio de Janeiro shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $8 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $12. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.