Rio de Janeiro pricesTypical travel costs & cost of living in Rio de Janeiro
Median prices travelers actually see in Rio de Janeiro, in local BRL and US dollars (updated 2014-01-01). Use them to plan your daily budget.
Typical prices in Rio de Janeiro by category
| Category | Typical (BRL) | Typical (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodging | 280.00 BRL | $90.00 |
| Attractions | 20.00 BRL | $5.08 |
| Food | 30.00 BRL | $5.82 |
What things cost in Rio de Janeiro
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Sugar Loaf Mountain · admission | 99.00 BRL · $19.20 |
| which includes a dinner buffet | 190.00 BRL · $36.85 |
| cover | 12.00 BRL · $2.33 |
| Hostel dorm bed | 40.00 BRL · $7.76 |
| orange room | 280.00 BRL · $118.52 |
| Ace Hostel · stay | 25.00 BRL · $4.85 |
| Cantina Donanna · meal | 10.00 BRL · $1.94 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Rio de Janeiro expensive for travelers?
- Rio de Janeiro prices below show typical (median) costs by category in BRL and USD, so you can judge for your budget.
- How much does food cost in Rio de Janeiro?
- See the "Food" row in the table for the typical meal price in Rio de Janeiro.
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Prices are medians of crowd-sourced + open-licence observations for travel planning, not official statistics. Actual prices vary by venue and season.