Is Rio Safe? 26 Safety tips by a local

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Are you planning on visiting Rio de Janeiro this year? If so, be sure to check out our list of 26 safety tips from a local!
Rio is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and with good reason. But with so many people visiting, it's important to know how to stay safe while you're here. In this video, we'll share with you some of the most important tips for staying safe while in Rio de Janeiro. We'll cover topics like avoiding scams, taking preventative measures, and staying safe while traveling in Rio de Janeiro. So make sure to check out our list of safety tips before you go!
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@tripsterpanda Год назад

Do you agree with my take on safety in Rio?

@FirstQube Год назад

Indeed

@tatransition Год назад

I agree with your perspective on the possibility of crime in all major cities in the world. Your safety suggestions for navigating Rio de Janeiro are on point.

@tripsterpanda Год назад

@@tatransition thanks! I’m glad it was helpful :)

@Amazontimsahi 10 месяцев назад

hi , do you have instagram ?

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

@@Amazontimsahi hi, apologies, this didn't show up on my notifications. I have a Instagram handle @tripsterpanda, but I have not been posting a lot there lately, to be honest. You are welcome to follow for whenever I do start posting again, if you would like :)

@MackPacking 5 месяцев назад

Hey! Not going to lie, I was so scared to come to Rio and Brazil in general. But now that I’ve been here a month already, i am wayyy less timid! Of course take care of your things, watch your drinks, and just keep an eye out always but I think that is great advice for everywhere you travel!! ❤ thank you for the video

@tripsterpanda 5 месяцев назад

I think people exaggerate on how unsafe Rio is. I’m glad you had such a positive experience in Brazil! Hope you go back to see more of the country! 🥰🥰🥰

@kimberlyspitzer8996 Год назад

Tripster Panda-Thanks so much! Very helpful and timely! I have really enjoyed your videos!

@tripsterpanda Год назад

I am glad it was helpful! Thank you for the suggestion for this video!

@FirstQube Год назад

The timing was just perfect, less than a month for my visit!

@tripsterpanda Год назад

I’m glad it could be helpful! I hope you enjoy Rio and Brazil a lot!

@FirstQube Год назад

@@tripsterpanda It was indeed a great trip. Watching your posts helped me navigate to nice locations. Too bad I can't attach photos! I did not experience any issues at all, other than the in-coming flight for my departure was 12 hours late!

@tripsterpanda Год назад

I’m so glad it was helpful! Too bad about your flight, hopefully you were at least able to enjoy those extra 12 hours in Brazil! Also, do come back soon, plenty in Brazil to see and do! 🥰

@imSriba 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing!

@tripsterpanda 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching! 🥰

@SilatShooter 10 месяцев назад

Solid Video! Heading there next month and no shortage of scams down there to be ready for.

@tripsterpanda 10 месяцев назад

Indeed, it is always good to keep your eyes open in any big city! Hoping you have an amazing time in Brazil! :)

@developingasdrk9867 2 месяца назад

Super helpful! Thank you!

@tripsterpanda 2 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

@brandnewdayastrology 4 месяца назад

Thank you so much for this everyone keeps telling me its so dangerous but hearing you say its just like nyc I feel so much better

@tripsterpanda 4 месяца назад

Yes, please be sure to have street smarts as you would in NYC, and you should be fine! Hope you have an amazing time in Rio!

@DiegoDanner 5 месяцев назад

I'm from Joinville in Brazil but I will watch all your videos. i just loved watching your videos. your English is spot on. ❤❤❤

@tripsterpanda 5 месяцев назад

Thanks Diego! Glad you enjoyed it :)

@coffeemuffin7244 10 месяцев назад

Great tips!!

@tripsterpanda 10 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@nanci_sousa 4 месяца назад

Video muito bom! Obrigada pelas dicas!

@tripsterpanda 4 месяца назад

Que bom que gostou, Nanci! Obrigada pela visita! 🥰😘

@crrissttiancristian3765 3 месяца назад

Will be in Rio for 3 days in May , such a useful video. Thank you

@tripsterpanda 3 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful! Hope you have fun in Rio!

@joelcruz2873 2 месяца назад

Great video!

@tripsterpanda 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@JimmyNaraineOfficial 8 месяцев назад

great stuff, cheers

@tripsterpanda 8 месяцев назад

Thanks! I’m glad you liked it!

@beinpeace111 3 месяца назад

Thank you 🎉

@tripsterpanda 3 месяца назад

No problem, happy to help!

@MarvelousMusic1 2 месяца назад

This is extremely concise and helpful. Thank you so much! For future videos, you may want to increase the volume of your speaking and reduce the volume of the background music. I had the volume up to 100%, but still had trouble hearing you clearly. Had to turn on the captions. Other than that, this video is absolutely perfect!!!

@tripsterpanda 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the feedback! We did notice it in a few of the videos and took steps to correct it, hopefully the more recent videos have better sound balance. Thank you so much for the compliment and the feedback as well!

@OnlineGames-lj1ij 11 месяцев назад

Just commenting to increase traffic to your channel. Keep up the honest work.

@tripsterpanda 11 месяцев назад

Thank you! It means a lot to me! ☺️

@waiasck994 11 месяцев назад

Thank youuu so much I’m solo travelling in Brazil soon and as a girl i m pretty scared 😅

@tripsterpanda 11 месяцев назад

I think you will notice there are more people saying it is unsafe than what the actual truth is. I see plenty of girls in social media saying that they were scared but once they went, they had the time of their lives! You just need to have some street smarts as you would in any big city. Please come back to the channel after your trip and let us know how you got on!

@smoothgrooves8910 2 дня назад

Obrigado pela informação

@tripsterpanda День назад

Por nada! Agradeço pela visita ao meu vídeo 🥰

@tatransition Год назад

Great video! I have traveled solo to Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo without incident. I stayed in Rio de Janeiro for 2 months to film. Also, I am a military veteran trained in combat and choose enjoyment over fear.

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Nice! Glad to know you enjoyed your trip! What were you filming?

@tatransition Год назад

@@tripsterpanda financial impact of Covid on street vendors.

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Sounds interesting! If it is on RU-vid, I will take a look :)

@lawrencetendler7747 10 месяцев назад

The hospitals are full of military veterans trained in combat .

@Tamasha1 6 месяцев назад

I was with my mobile phone filming in south zone and recreio and Barra da tijuca.

@adamzager8175 6 месяцев назад

Hi @tripsterpanda stumbled across your video and thought it was really great! I am (25M)Going to rio at end of January and leaving before carnival starts. I am super excited but also kinda nervous. Are there any new tips or things I should be aware of since this video came out? Thank you so much

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

Hey Adam, great you are going to Rio and I hope you enjoy it a lot! Honestly, these have been the safety tips about Brazil my whole life. I could include some more, but I think they are more common sense: - avoid accepting drinks from strangers, no matter how nice they are to you. - always meet girls in public spaces, be suspicious if they like chatting online but won’t show you their pictures/video (usually scammers) - avoid deserted roads and going to a favelas by yourself The above is more a ‘have common sense” thing, you will see that Brazil is really not as unsafe as people paint it to be! I hope you have an amazing time in Rio!

@DAGCalor Год назад

I really enjoy your videos. Great tips. Two months to go to Rio. Where’d you get your t-shirt? I’d love to get one.

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy them! I bought it in an online T Shirt shop called Chico Rei in Brazil (in fact, most if not all the T Shirts you see me wearing are from there). They do take a while to deliver, but if you are renting a AirBnb, maybe you could order now and have the host save it for you? Maybe they ship internationally too, but I have always ordered it to be delivered at friends’ homes in Brazil, so I wouldn’t be able to tell.

@DAGCalor Год назад

Thank you for your reply, I can also have them ordered and delivered to friends’ homes in Brazil. At the moment they don’t have my size for that shirt though. Thanks again for your help and I’ll be watching your videos 🙏🏼

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Thank you! That means a lot! I hope you are able to get that t shirt real soon :)

@akadubs8537 10 месяцев назад

Great video. Thank you. If taking the Taxi Comum from the airport do they give you a flat rate?

@tripsterpanda 10 месяцев назад

Yes, on this video there is a part where I show the card with amounts. Prices are from April/May 2023, but can give you an idea of what to expect.

@peileed 6 месяцев назад

I'm going to Rio in 2 days, I'm actually sad about having to stick to touristic areas, I would love to see the true Rio and their people

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

I understand the concern, but there might be places you are able to go and see mostly locals. I recommend the Feira de Tradições Nordestinas Luiz Gonzaga (I have an old video about it, if you are interested) that is mostly visited by locals and it would be safe to visit, just go by uber or taxi

@beso8a 7 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for sharing! ❤ i have a question about driving. Is it difficult the parking situation? I am going to an event in the gym in the north of the city but im staying in ipanema. But im also visiting a couple of places like the aquarium and library, do you think is worth renting the car or just doing the taxi. Specifically for the event we will be driving almost everyday to the stadium.

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

I would use ubers, 99 taxi (app), or just normal taxis, instead of driving, tbh. Parking is a bit of a pain in Rio, usually it will be street parking and there is something called “flanelinhas”, which are some people there just asking for money to “watch” your car. If you are able to, just use the usual car sharing/taxi options, you will be better off, I believe.

@daveduchesne3096 Год назад

Thanx for those hints! I have a question though: how widespread is the usage of the English language among Brazilian and Cariocas in general? I don't speak Portuguese, I'm trying to learn it a bit, but I don't expect to be proficient in Portuguese by the time I'll get there (in September actually) for sure....cheers from Montréal, Canada

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Hi Dave! Usually in hotels you will have people speaking English. Some of the touristic attractions and more upscale restaurants too. However, the majority of Brazilians, especially in the hospitality industry, won’t speak English very well. That said, Brazilians are usually eager to help and will try to communicate with gestures and maybe a couple of words in English they might know. The only faux pas would be to assume people will understand Spanish. It is deemed quite rude to be spoken to directly with Spanish, unless you explain you don’t speak Portuguese, but could speak a bit of Spanish (if that would be the case for you). Other than that, google translator and some basic words in Portuguese should take you a long way :)

@ni123kos7 4 месяца назад

Thank you very much for your video.. we are visiting Rio in may… I wanted to know is mirante Dona Marta safe also for example during sunset? What is the best way to get there? Kind regards Niko

@tripsterpanda 4 месяца назад

Hi Niko, I’m glad you liked the video 🥰. For the Mirante Dona Marta, my suggestion is that you ask the person that took you to wait a few minutes (even better if you can have someone that can stay around and take you back down, as you might have a hard time calling an Uber/taxi from that area) so that you can see how it looks like. If you are the only person there, I would advise caution, but if you see a police car and other groups of people, it might be ok to stay for a while. May is out of season, so the police reinforcement might not be there anymore. On the other hand, this year is election year, so the mayor is probably keen on showing reinforced security around town. Do make sure you sense check and if it looks like it is too deserted, I wouldn’t risk it. Have a lovely trip to Brazil!

@kevincurtis9115 7 месяцев назад

Hey @tripsterpanda Thank you for your video. Taxi Comun are the yellow taxis with a blue stripe? And what are the machines you showed used for? To buy tickets? You can pay in the Taxi? Thanks Again 🙏

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

Hey Kevin, yes, Taxi Comum is the standard one. They will still charge a fixed price from the airport but it is usually cheaper than the so called executive ones. The machines you mean the ones at the 8:30 mark? Those are self service totems for requesting the taxis. You put the neighborhood you are going to, the number of people and lugagge and it gives you the price, which you can pay right away. The introvert in me love to use those instead of needing to talk to people 😅

@kevincurtis9115 7 месяцев назад

Thank You @@tripsterpanda 🙏 Very Kind of you to reply 🙂 So the machine will give you a receipt to show the driver? And can you book these taxi's in advance? To take advantage of the return discount? And are the metered taxis a different colour?

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

@@kevincurtis9115 my pleasure :) . Yes, it spits out a receipt with the neighboorhood's name and the amount paid. When I got the taxi, I remember they gave me a business card with a table of the main prices in the touristic areas and a phone number to call and request a taxi. mentioning you got the card should give you the discount in the price. These taxis are the metered taxis, it is the same you would get out (Taxi Comum means Common taxi in Portuguese). The thing is that coming out of the airport they only do fixed prices, and it is a bit more expensive than Uber, but it is less of a hassle, in my opinion. The executive ones I think are white or red, but I wouldn't know, never even asked for the price, it feels too expensive to just get a ride to the south zone.

@kevincurtis9115 7 месяцев назад

Thank You @@tripsterpanda That is very helpful. Have a lovely day 🙂

@tiffanyp6857 Год назад

Going to be visiting Rio soon and was wondering with all the scammers, where do you typically withdraw money from do you go into a bank or just stop by an ATM during the day?

@tripsterpanda Год назад

ATMs in Rio are usually inside a bank or in a closed pod, it is not like in many countries where they are just outside on the streets. Withdrawing money, should be fairly safe, just be aware if someone is around paying attention on you, and yes, maybe avoid evenings and nights if possible. That said, in restaurants and attractions, you will be able to pay with card, so you wouldn’t necessarily need a lot of cash, except for street vendors.O

@sjdude12 10 месяцев назад

This is amazing thank you! ☺️ I guess my only question is, can tourists buy the pink RioCard+Mais/Expresso so we can use the VLT as well, or are we stuck in Giro Cards? If so, how can we pay to use VLT? Thanks.

@tripsterpanda 10 месяцев назад

Hi! Thank you for being here! To answer your question, in most VLT stations, there will be totems where you can buy the card and recharge it. You can pay with card or cash, but sometimes foreign cards are hard to use in Brazil, so take a bit of cash with you just in case. You can also buy the Bilhete Único (“Single Ticket”) which allows you to use both VLT and subway with the same card. It is similar to the European system, so if you are caught in the VLT without paying, there can be a fine of BRL 170 and you need one card per person if you are traveling with other people.

@sjdude12 10 месяцев назад

@@tripsterpanda thank you. You truly are amazing. 👌🏼🥰

@irishhomebrewer 5 месяцев назад

Hello, greetings from Ireland. Do you have any tips on AirBNB. We have rented an apartment in Ipanema and would be grateful on your advice

@tripsterpanda 5 месяцев назад

Hi, @irishhomebrewer! I typically prefer to rent with superhosts, as they tend to provide better accommodation and service overall. Building in Rio are generally old, so expect that to be the standard. I have a few videos on accommodation here in the channel (check the accommodation playlist), so you can have a few of what to expect when airbnb’ing in Rio. Safe travels!

@onkolojiokulu 8 дней назад

is it Istanbulcard in the lenyard😊?

@tripsterpanda 7 дней назад

Yes! I loved the card and kept it from my previous trip :) Love Istambul, one of my favourite cities from the ones I have visited 🥰

@fabiennebello7836 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for this amazing video! Can I ask you what is the best sim card I can get in order to have internet at all times? Also, is it possible to get it at the airport in Rio? Obrigada 🥰

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

Hi Fabienne! I personally like Vivo very much. I think it varies on which region you are in Brazil, but I have never had issues with them. Also, I think there are no mobile sim card shops in the airport, you can try the newspaper stands, they usually have them. Another possible loop to jump through (buying a sim card in Brazil is a bit of a pain), is being able to register the number. You need a CPF (you can get your number at the Brazilian consulate in your jurisdiction, even if you are coming as a tourist) or I think Claro has an option to register your sim card with your passport number.

@fabiennebello7836 7 месяцев назад

@@tripsterpanda you are a star, thanks for the quick answer ☺ Regarding the CPF, do you know if I need it to visit Fernando de Noronha? I read different things online and I'm quite confused about this matter. Thanks again 💛

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

You don’t need a CPF and can do things without it, but it does make your life easier/cheaper. For example, you can buy domestic flights on Brazilian websites instead of their international counterparts and it is usually cheaper. But to answer your question directly, yes, you are able to visit Fernando de Noronha without a CPF, as you can use your passport number for reservations and flights

@fabiennebello7836 7 месяцев назад

Thank youuu! I learned more from you in two comments than in dozens of videos and articles ❤

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

Glad I could be helpful :)

@mottitsch 7 месяцев назад

Thinking about traveling to Bazil or other 3rd world countries is following: Maybe there is also a potential risk visiting 1st and 2nd world countries BUT, the motivation to get in a criminal confict based on social/financial reasons is lower. For example if i get abused by someone in London who is maybe against my person the chance is for everone in this city equally to get in this conflict. But if i am for example in Rio and the whole city sees me as a possible rich tourist the i am in the goup of people which are especially targeted by such kind of ciminals. How do you see this point?

@tripsterpanda 7 месяцев назад

I don’t necessarily agree with that. There are safer and less safe places, of course, but comparing for example mainly big tourist cities: London, Paris, Rio, and New York. In al of them you will be targeted as a tourist. Pickpocketing in Europe is completely out of control now, I would assume it is the same in NY. As per the other types of crime you hear about in Rio, they usually happen in places tourists will not be in. It is the same about stabbing in London poorer neighbourhoods, Paris has some really rough unsafe areas, especially as a woman, and I believe NY has some places where crime is high as well, like Bronx. The difference I see in Rio is that the own citizens will diss the country to other people, but you won’t see British, French, or Americans doing it. This cultural aspect (Brazilians telling people Brazil is dangerous) gives people the false sense that Brazil is more unsafe, but I wouldn’t necessarily say that. I hope I was able to explain my opinion properly and that you are not put off of visiting Brazil. It is an amazing country, well worth the visit 🥰

@mobmotivation6797 6 месяцев назад

so just don't go to the favelas? @@tripsterpanda

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

Not what I mean necessarily. A lot, if not most, of the pickpocketing happens on areas outside of the favelas. All the tips I give on the video are applicable to all of Rio, not only the favelas.

@yanndepierre59 Год назад

I remember when I went to Rio 6 years ago, I wanted to play Pokemon Go and thought it wouldn't be safe to just walk around with my phone in my hands. In the end, I used a Pokemon Go Plus. :D

@tripsterpanda Год назад

Lol, that was a good idea!

@robertcanon6887 Месяц назад

One suggestion, no need for background music on your video.

@tripsterpanda Месяц назад

We did notice it was a bit loud on this video, so the most recent ones have much quieter background sound. Thanks for the feedback!

@robertcanon6887 Месяц назад

@@tripsterpanda you don’t need background music. It’s just a distraction.

@jagged555 3 месяца назад

Rio is very safe. Just use common sense when you are walking around. Just be aware of your surroundings. Dont get sloppy drunk and make yourself a target.

@tripsterpanda 3 месяца назад

🥰

@xsm5525 11 месяцев назад

chances are you'll get shot as soon as you step off the airplane.

@tripsterpanda 11 месяцев назад

I have lived in Rio for most of my life and have taken the plane countless times, never got shot 🤷🏻‍♀️

@kaiqueoliveirasouza1725 10 месяцев назад

You most likely haven't ventured beyond your room and are simply spouting baseless claims.

@MrTimetravler 6 месяцев назад

do you do tours?i am American wanting to go to rio i never been there i am single man

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

Hello, @MrTimetravler, unfortunately I don’t do tours at the moment, but hopefully my videos will provide you enough information to help you plan your trip 🥰

@MrTimetravler 6 месяцев назад

ok let me know if you ever do i want to go to CARNAVAL 2024 this year in feb it would be my first time!🙏🤞@@tripsterpanda

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

I will post it if something ever changes. And if you are planning to go for carnival, you might pay expensive prices to get accommodation. You might want to book asap!

@MrTimetravler 6 месяцев назад

Panda do the Sambadrome Tickets sale out? Fast? I want to go near the carnival date Feb 7 but I might be going in the next few days here in January cause what u said the prices will go up! Can I buy them online? Do you know where I can buy them once I am there in Rio? @tripsterpanda

@tripsterpanda 6 месяцев назад

yes they do sell out, I would check ASAP if they are available. Also, anything happening now is the technical rehersal, so no floats nor costumes at this moment. I think on the 7th you might be able to catch the access group, which is not the elite league, but still has some quite nice costumes and fun parade (besides being much cheaper). I suggest you look into it as soon as you can, good luck!