<p><i>Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher</i> </p><p><b><i>Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro</i></b> is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Samba the night away in Lapa, people-watch and sip sunset cocktails on Ipanema Beach or get up close to Christ the Redeemer and marvel at the panoramic view of Rio; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Rio de Janeiro and begin your journey now!</p><p><b>Inside <i>Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro</i>:</b> </p><ul><li><b>Full-color </b>maps and images throughout </li><li><b>Highlights</b> <b>and itineraries</b> help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests</li><li><b>Insider tips</b> to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots</li><li><b>Essential info</b> <b>at your fingertips</b> - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices</li><li><b>Honest reviews for all budgets</b> - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss</li><li><b>Cultural insights</b> give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, music, football, architecture, outdoors, beaches, dance</li><li><b>Free, convenient pull-out</b> <b>Rio de Janeiro map</b> (included in print version), plus over 26 color maps</li><li><b>Covers</b> Ipanema, Leblon, Gavea, Jardim Botanico, Lagoa, Copacabana, Leme, Botafogo, Urca, Flamengo, Centro, Cinelandia, Santa Teresa, Lapa, Zona Norte, Barra da Tijuca, Western Rio and more</li></ul><p><b>The Perfect Choice: </b><b><i>Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro,</i></b> our most comprehensive guide to Rio de Janeiro, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.</p><ul><li>Looking for just the highlights? Check out <b><i>Make My Day</i></b><i> <b>Rio de Janeiro</b></i><b>,</b> a colorful and uniquely interactive guide that allows you to effortlessly plan your itinerary by flipping, mixing and matching top sights.</li><li>Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out <b><i>Lonely Planet Brazil</i></b> for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer.</li></ul><p><b>Authors:</b> Written and researched by Lonely Planet. </p><p><b>About Lonely Planet: </b>Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.</p>