Rio de Janeiro City Guide 6e

Celebrate the return of King Momo during Carnaval Discover the best way to reach the top of Pao de Acucar - ropes and climbing shoes provided Stroll the back streets of peaceful and oft-overlooked Urca, a village within the metropolis Catch the sunset among fisherman, young couples, surfers and beach combers at Ponta do Arpador Indulge in feijoada (pork and black bean stew), the requisite Saturday feast In This Guide: 50 days of in-city research, over 100 caipirinhas consumed, and an average of four hours of sleep per night More restaurant coverage any other guidebook with over 150 mouth-watering listings A local gives the inside story on Gay Rio - where to drink, dance and celebrate