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There are a few ways to visit the incredible Incan ruins. We recommend simplest option, which is a day trip. Many tour agencies will arrange the whole process for you, but booking everything yourself isn’t too complicated if you plan ahead—and it’s more affordable.

From white-tablecloth establishments to bustling neighborhood botecos, Rio is home to a dazzling array of classic restaurants, many of which date from the mid-20th century, when the city jumped onto the international scene with its sandy beaches and bossa nova rhythms gaining fame far beyond its borders. Besides their delicious food, these restaurants contain decades of history as well, and a meal at any of them is a great way to experience the fabric of the city.

Barrio Italia is arguably Santiago’s most charming neighborhood, full of independent businesses, artisan shops, and gourmet restaurants and cafes. Centered around Avenida Italia, the neighborhood is made up of one-story houses called cités, with long, central hallways that formerly served as homes and workshops but now hold all manner of shops and cafes. With its colorful facades and wide array of businesses to explore, this is a fantastic area for a sunny afternoon of shoppi

Leblon is Rio’s swankiest neighborhood, home to some of the priciest real estate in the city. But this isn’t a stuffy neighborhood reserved for the rich—far from it. Leblon is home to some of the city’s best nightlife, as well as a beautiful stretch of beach and a number of classic botecos where you can sit back and take in carioca life.