Mini Guide to Brazil

Main Cities and Towns

Rio de Janeiro

It’s impossible to not fall in love with the relaxed pace of life, the beautiful bodies, and the amazing beaches and urban jungles. Make sure you see the city from the top of Corcovado (Christ the Redeemer) and Sugarloaf Mountain. You’ll also want to catch a football match at Maracanã, and dance the night away at Lapa in the city center.

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Salvador

Salvador has one of the biggest Carnival parties in the country, but it also oozes charm and history. It’s the perfect place to get a deeper insight into the African culture as you walk the streets and see the colorful colonial buildings and churches. The Pelourinho area in the Lower City tends to be a safer area for tourists.

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Florianópolis

Some people like to say that Floripa (Florianópolis) is like a big city with a village atmosphere. The urban area is spread out across the island, so unless you’re in the city center, you’ll hardly see skyscrapers. Floripa is also considered the surfing capital of Brazil, where it hosts international championships.

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