Recommended area: Botafogo
We recommend Botafogo as a practical base, with easy access to Flamengo, Copacabana, and downtown.
Hotels:
ibis budget RJ Praia de Botafogo
Praça Joia Valansi, 24 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22250-200.
Villa25
R. Gago Coutinho, 25 – Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22221-070.
Often, Airbnb offers interesting options and deals. If you want any support in evaluating an Airbnb location, please reach out to the organizers for help.
Flamengo and Catete are very convenient for the venue and work particularly well if you want to walk or cycle along the waterfront.
Leme and Copacabana are great for visitors who want to stay near the beach while remaining within reasonable distance of Flamengo.
Once you arrive at Galeão International Airport (GIG), we recommend taking an Uber to your accommodation in Rio de Janeiro. You will find an Uber Lounge where you can meet your driver on the Departures floor, door D.
Bike Itaú (bike sharing)
Rio’s bike-sharing system is Bike Itaú (Tembici). You can unlock bikes through the app, which also shows docking stations and real-time availability.
A scenic and popular way to reach Flamengo is via the Aterro do Flamengo waterfront paths and cycleway.
Bike stations near the venue: in the Flamengo / Av. Rui Barbosa area around the venue there are multiple Bike Itaú docking stations (at least three in the surrounding neighborhood)—please confirm exact dock locations and availability in the app on the day.
Early March in Rio is late summer / early autumn: typically warm, humid, with a chance of short rain showers.
Climate summaries for March in Rio de Janeiro commonly report:
- Typical daytime highs: about 28–29°C
Typical nighttime lows: about 23–24°C
Rain: March often still has showers (bring light rain protection). Packing tip: light clothing, comfortable shoes, and a small umbrella or light rain jacket are recommended.