Originally Posted by
JB123
Thinking of making a mileage run to Rio last week of March with my 16 year old son. Would probably stay at Hilton on Copabana Beach. I have not been to Rio in 10 years? Is it safe, suggested activities? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Safe? Yes (before dark). Hip? Not really... Ipanema would be a better spot, but the Hilton is ok. Very easy to get to sugar loaf. You can walk along the path on the corner of that beach along the sea... Very safe area.