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Gay Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro boasts a world famous gay scene, perfect beaches, beautiful people and wild carnivals.
Rio de Janeiro · Gay Guesthouses & B&Bs
Great-value accommodation in Rio for gay travellers.
Gay Rio de Janeiro · Hotels
Some of the best hotels in Rio de Janeiro for gay travellers. Reviews, discounts, book online.
Rio de Janeiro Gay Map
Locate venues easily with our interactive Rio de Janeiro Map.
Rio de Janeiro Gay Dance Clubs
Here's our guide to Rio de Janeiro's gay club scene.
The Travel Gay Podcast
LGBT Rights in Brazil
Trending Hotels
Beachfront luxury.
Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront luxury. Great design.
Good budget option.
Mar Ipanema Hotel
Good budget option. Good for shopping.
Iconic art-deco glamour.
Belmond Copacabana Palace
Iconic art-deco glamour. Luxury amenities.
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top trending hotels in Rio de Janeiro
restaurants, bars and clubs; attracts locals
city centre'; filled with life & culture
world-famous beach, nightlife and hotels
high fashion, fine dining and sandy beaches
iconic gay popular district in Centro, filled with nightlife
About Rio de Janeiro
Gay Rio de Janeiro - Travel Gay Guide
Read more.Rio De Janeiro is one of the most exciting cities in the world and it has an amazing gay scene. It’s a seaside city fringed with great beaches, including Ipanema and Copacabana. Christ the Redeemer presides over the city on Mt Corcovado.
Every year, Rio De Janeiro hosts the world’s biggest carnival. It’s a pretty wild party and it’s very camp. Rio is unique. It’s cast a spell for many years. It’s one of those cities you have to see at least once in a lifetime. Rio is also distinguished by its eerily beautiful inhabitants.
Trending Rio de Janeiro Hotels
Beachfront luxury.
Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro 5*
Beachfront luxury. Great design.
Good budget option.
Mar Ipanema Hotel 3*
Good budget option. Good for shopping.
Iconic art-deco glamour.
Belmond Copacabana Palace 5*
Iconic art-deco glamour. Luxury amenities.
News & Features More Features
The World’s Best Gay Beaches
We rank The World's Best Gay Beaches - from sun-soaked stretches of Koh Samui to Rio De Janeiro’s vibrant Ipanema.
Stephen Fry on homophobia, gay travel, mental health and social media
"I've tried to learn to forgive myself for days that aren't good. There are days when I get up and I just can't bring myself to work. I think, come on Stephen, what's the matter with you? You're so fortunate."
Things To Do in Rio de Janeiro
With the excitement and legacy of the 2016 Olympics, Rio De Janeiro continues to welcome millions of tourists every year.
A Gay Guide to Rio De Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro is a vibrant and exciting gay destination, known worldwide for its pristine sandy beaches, annual carnival and stunning landscape.
Rio de Janeiro Tours
Browse a selection of tours in Rio de Janeiro from our partners with free cancellation 24 hours before your tour starts.
Featured Venues Add your venue
La Cueva (Bar & Disco)
La Cueva is Copacabana’s oldest gay bar, having been founded in 1964. The bar and disco is a...
Lapa 40°
A popular gay bar in the lively samba district of Lapa, in the Northern Centro of Rio. Music here...
The Week Rio
Rio’s biggest and best gay dance club. The Week is an absolute giant, in fact they claim to...
Farme Gay Beach
Farme Gay Beach, getting its name from Rua Farme de Amoedo, a high street through Ipanema filled...
Copacabana Bolsa Beach
Praia de Bolsa is a beach frequented by many transgender women from across Rio, and their admirers....