We’re here to show you a side of Rio that most guides won’t tell you about. Sure, everyone knows about the beaches, Christ the Redeemer, and Sugarloaf Mountain—those places are stunning, no doubt. But if that’s all you’re after, you could grab any tourist map and call it a day. We’re here for those who want more.

What makes Rio truly magical is what happens in the spaces between the landmarks. It’s in the local botequim, where the beer is cold, the conversation flows, and nobody’s in a hurry. It’s in the neighborhoods you won’t find on postcards, where the real rhythm of the city plays out. We’re here to give you that inside scoop—places where we, the locals, actually hang out, eat, drink, and live our everyday lives.

Here at Rio with Locals, we’ll take you beyond the obvious. We’re all about introducing you to the heart of the city, from laid-back samba nights to the best street food spots and secret trails with killer views. We’re not saying you shouldn’t visit the classics (we love them too!), but we’ll make sure you leave Rio with stories of places you can’t find in your average guidebook.

So, whether you’re after a quiet sunset with a caipirinha in hand or ready to dive headfirst into a roda de samba, we’ve got you covered. It’s time to experience Rio the way we do—embrace the malemolência, let the city surprise you, and get ready to fall in love with the real Rio.