</p><p><img class="alignnone wp-image-170004 size-full" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68332/rio-de-janeiro-1963744-1920-e1597405650703.jpg" alt="Rio de Janeiro" width="100%" /></p><p>Rio de Janeiro is a bustling, vibrant, and exciting hub of art, culture, and fun. Known for its pristine white sand beaches, dramatic landscape, and colourful annual carnivals, the city is one of the most lively and diverse cities on the planet. There is an abundance of opportunity for exploration, from the breathtaking Christ the Redeemer to the Escadaria Selaron staircase.</p><p>Being Brazil’s most liberal city, Rio de Janeiro also has a thriving and well-established gay scene that boasts a selection of great gay bars, clubs, and cafes. The country is one of the world’s most popular gay travel destinations and you’ll be well catered for in this sun-soaked city.</p><p>Whilst gay-friendly and gay-focused venues can be found with ease throughout the city, the most prominent gay district in Rio De Janeiro is Ipanema, well-known for its buzzing gay nightlife and popular beaches.</p><h2>Gay Rights in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p>With some of the most advanced LGBT+ rights in South America, Brazil legalized same-sex marriage in 2013, and acts of violence and discrimination on the grounds of perceived sexual orientation and gender identity are criminalized under the country’s anti-racism law.</p><p>As of 2019, there have been growing concerns over the safety and rights afforded to LGBT+ people in Brazil as the country welcomed a new far-right government, particularly as a result of comments made by the president Jair Bolsonaro. However, Brazil remains one of the world's most advanced countries in terms of LGBT+ rights and protections despite an increasingly challenging landscape for LGBT+ people,</p><p>Rio De Janeiro is an international capital of gay community and culture, hosting some of the world’s largest and best-attended pride celebrations every year. The majority of the events take place in October and attract visitors from across Brazil and the world.</p><h2><img class="alignnone wp-image-111156 size-full" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68333/sugarloaf-mountain-1679285-1920-e1597405711534.jpg" alt="Sugarloaf Mountain Rio De Janeiro" width="100%" /></h2><h2><a href="https://www.travelgay.com/rio-de-janeiro-gay-bars/">Gay nightlife in Rio de Janeiro</a></h2><p>Rio de Janeiro is home to Brazil’s largest and most iconic gay village- Ipanema. The area is a bustling and lively part of the city that features a dense concentration of <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/rio-de-janeiro-gay-bars/">gay bars, clubs, and cafes.</a> The gay nightlife in the district is varied and inclusive and there’s an experience suited to any traveler’s interests and tastes.</p><p><a href="https://www.travelgay.com/venue/la-cueva-lima/">La Cueva</a> is the oldest gay club in Rio de Janeiro and was founded in 1964. The club remains one of the most popular fixtures on the city’s gay nightlife circuit. The cozy interior of La Cueva is designed to resemble a rock cave and the venue offers a more laid-back and chilled atmosphere than some of the other nearby venues. Especially popular amongst the older gay community, La Cueva is the perfect place to have a drink and meet friendly gay locals.</p><p>A must-visit club on any gay traveler’s itinerary should be <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/venue/the-week-rio-de-janeiro/">The Week Rio</a>. Occupying two whole floors and boasting a swimming pool and multiple bar areas, The Week is Rio’s biggest and most popular gay dance club and located only a short distance from the waterfront in the Northern Centro area.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/editorial/a-gay-guide-to-rio-de-janeiro/">A Gay Guide to Rio de Janeiro</a></p><h2><a href="https://www.travelgay.com/gay-rio-de-janeiro-hotels/">Gay hotels in Rio de Janeiro</a></h2><p>Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon are all popular areas of Rio de Janeiro amongst gay travelers. Staying in these districts promises easy access to much of the city’s gay nightlife, and hotels in these central areas are also more likely to be gay-friendly.</p><p>For one of Rio De Janeiro's trendiest and most modern hotels look no further than the<a href="https://www.travelgay.com/venue/sol-ipanema-rio-de-janeiro/"> Sol Ipanema Hotel</a>. Sitting opposite the incredibly gay-popular Posto 9 beach, the rooftop pool and seafront views make Sol Ipanema Hotel the ideal place to soak up all the beauty the city has to offer.</p><p>Boasting an equally impressive rooftop pool and lounge area,<a href="https://www.travelgay.com/venue/atlantis-copacabana-rio-de-janeiro/"> Atlantis Copacabana Hotel</a> is a modern and elegant option for gay travelers visiting Rio De Janeiro. Situated in a central and well-connected location, many of the city’s most popular shops are nearby and the famous Copacabana Beach is only a five-minute drive away. The affordable rooms at Atlantis Copacabana Hotel make it the perfect option for those traveling on a budget.</p><h2><a href="https://www.travelgay.com/rio-gay-saunas/">Gay saunas in Rio de Janeiro</a></h2><p>The city boasts a large selection of gay saunas, many of which are open 24/7. Sex work is legal in Brazil, which means that gay saunas are popular places for sex workers to work and find clients, however, saunas are also largely popular with men seeking men without payment.</p><p>One of the most popular venues in Rio de Janeiro is <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/venue/lions-club-rio/">Lions Club Rio,</a> the largest sauna in the city and located close to many other gay venues. Lions Club spans four floors, functions as a night club and is a very popular venue. The sauna features a range of facilities including a stage area that hosts regular live events, a steam room, private cabins and a hot tub.</p><h2><img class="alignnone wp-image-172466 size-full" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68334/rio-2359870-1920-e1597405768448.jpg" alt="Rio" width="100%" /></h2><h2>Getting to Rio de Janeiro</h2><p>Rio de Janeiro is served by Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport which is the largest of three airports in the city. The airport shares its facilities with the Brazilian airforce and is the fourth busiest airport in Brazil.</p><p>The bus is a popular way to get from the airport to the city center and takes around 45 minutes. The air-conditioned vehicles are comfortable and well-run, making the bus one of the best ways to get to and from Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. There is also an hourly shuttle bus that runs from the airport to many of the city’s hotels and the popular beach locations.</p><p>Additionally, taxi ranks can be found easily outside any of the airport’s terminals. Travelers are advised to ensure that the meter on the taxi is completely empty before starting their journey.</p><h2>Getting around Rio de Janeiro</h2><h3>Bus</h3><p>Buses are a cheap and reliable way to get around the city and provide the additional pleasure of allowing you to view the city as you ride. Bus stops can be found throughout the city, and the next stop is displayed above the windscreen. The buses also run regularly but can get hot and crowded in the heat.</p><h3>Metro</h3><p>The metro is fast, efficient, and clean, making it the most popular travel alternative in Rio de Janeiro. The city’s metro network runs on three lines and trains top at all stations along the line. You can purchase prepaid travel cards from kiosks in and around metro stations and network maps can be downloaded online.</p><h3>Taxi</h3><p>Rio de Janeiro’s official taxis are identifiable by their bright yellow color and are a safe and quick way to get around the city. Taxis can be hailed but most people in Rio de Janeiro will use taxi apps such as 99Taxis and Easy Taxi.</p><h2><img class="alignnone wp-image-172467 size-full" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68336/rio-de-janeiro-1145746-1920-e1597405812649.jpg" alt="rio" width="100%" /></h2><h2>Things to do in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p>There are limitless possibilities when it comes to things to do in Rio de Janeiro. However, the most important attractions include:</p><p><strong>Ride up to Sugarloaf Mountain</strong></p><p><strong>Take in the views from Christ the Redeemer</strong></p><p><strong>Spend the day in Parque das Ruínas</strong></p><p><strong>Relax on the volcanic sands of Red Beach</strong></p><p><strong>Be immersed in the Rio Art Museum</strong></p><p><strong>Explore Flamengo Park</strong></p><p><strong>Take a trip to Vista Chinesa</strong></p><p>Read more:<a href="https://www.travelgay.com/editorial/things-to-do-in-rio-de-janeiro/"> Things to do in Rio de Janeiro</a></p><h2>FAQs</h2><h3>Visa</h3><p>Most travelers will be able to enter Brazil without a visa, but for longer stays and work trips make sure you check the requirements for your home country and contact the Brazilian Federal Police.</p><h3>Money</h3><p>There are thousands of ATM machines across Rio de Janeiro, and most mid to high-end establishments will accept credit and debit cards. However, some ATM machines and card readers may add an additional fee for transactions attempted with overseas cards.</p><p>The generally accepted and expected rates of tipping in Rio de Janeiro are 15-20% for good service.</p><h3>When to visit</h3><p>The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is between December and March when the weather is warm and sunny and the beaches will be lively but not overcrowded. The weather is great almost all year but can get swelteringly hot in the summer.</p><p>However, if you’re looking for the most action, head to the city in February, as this is when Carnival will be in full swing and the jovial atmosphere will be palpable. The cheapest time to visit Rio de Janeiro is in October, as this is the lowest tourist season so rates on hotels and flights will be at their lowest.

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<p>Rio de Janeiro is een van de meest opwindende steden ter wereld en heeft een geweldige Gayscene. Het is een stad aan zee met prachtige stranden, waaronder Ipanema en Copacabana. Christus de Verlosser presideert de stad op de berg Corcovado.</p> <p> Elk jaar vindt in Rio de Janeiro het grootste carnaval ter wereld plaats. Het is een behoorlijk wild feest en het is erg kamp. Rio is uniek. Het heeft jarenlang een betovering uitgesproken. Het is een van die steden die je minstens één keer in je leven gezien moet hebben. Rio onderscheidt zich ook door zijn griezelig mooie inwoners.</p>

<p>Rio de Janeiro is een van de meest opwindende steden ter wereld en heeft een geweldige Gayscene. Het is een stad aan zee met prachtige stranden, waaronder Ipanema en Copacabana. Christus de Verlosser presideert de stad op de berg Corcovado.</p>
<p>Elk jaar vindt in Rio de Janeiro de grootste plaats voor carnaval ter wereld. Het is een behoorlijk wild feest en het is erg kamp. Rio is uniek. Het heeft een weddenschap uitgesproken. Het is een van die steden die je waarschijnlijk één keer in je leven gezien moet hebben. Rio onderscheidt zich ook door zijn griezelig mooie inwoners.</p>

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Shortly after Brazil gained independence from Portugal, in 1830, the Imperial Penal Code decriminalized sodomy.<br />
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Brazil's 1988 Constitution further strengthened affirmative protections by prohibiting any form of discrimination. Since then courts have since affirmed this additionally applies to sexual orientation.

Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

Same sex couples adoptions are legal nationwide in Brazil since March 2015 by Supreme Federal Court recognition.

The ability for same-sex couples to legally adopt a child.

The age of consent is the same for heterosexual couples,14 years old.

The difference between legal age of consent for Gaysexual sex and heterosexual sex.

The Supreme Court has ruled that the blood donation ban is unconstitutional in May of 2020.

The ability for MSMs (men who have sex with men) to donate blood or tissue for organ transplants. A deferral period refers to a waiting time before a man can donate after having sex.

Blood Donation was banned in Brazil until 2020.

Laws enforcing any kind of censorship in Brazil are explicitly against the Brazilian Constitution of 1988, that severely punishes it. Every time a State Congress tries to introduce a bill like this on a state level, the Supreme Court intervenes on the case.

Censorship or prohibition of discussing, promoting, or teaching LGBTQ+ topics in media, schools, and in the general public.

In March 2018, the Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that transgender people have the right to change name and sex on their birth certificate without the need of sexual reassignment surgery or doctor letters. The change can be made at a notary's office now.

Legal recognition of sex reassignment by permitting a change of legal gender on an individual's birth certificate.

Until 2018, surgery was required to change your legal gender in Brazil.

In January 2018, the Federal Psychology Council established norms of performance for psychologists in relation to transsexual and transvestite people, also banning any conversion therapy.

Legal status of conducting sexual orientation changing therapy ("ex-gay" therapy)

The same judge changed his decision, keeping the “treatment” banned.

In September 2017, a federal judge in Brasília approved the use of conversion therapy by a psychologist to “cure” people of Gaysexuality, overruling the 1999 decision.

Banned by Brazil's Federal Psychology Council: "psychologists shall not collaborate in events or services offering treatment and cure for Gaysexuality."

The Supreme Federal Court criminalised LGBT discrimination nationwide, and now, according to the new law, it is considered a "crime of racism".

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Even though some laws prohibiting discrimination against LGBT people have been passed in Brazil, they were not actually enforced.

The Brazilian Constitution of 1988 criminalizes any form of discrimination based on ethnicity, race, sex, color and age, but it does not include sexual orientation or gender identity.

After the Supreme Federal Court's ruling, LGBT discrimination in employment is also a crime. Employees who are victims of discrimination usually receive compensation for moral damages caused by the aggressors.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity in employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, harassment, etc.

When renting a property, the owner cannot refuse a tenant on the basis of ethnicity, religion, social status or sexual orientation or any social group someone belongs to.  It is written in the Federal Constitution, discrimination is a crime.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity when applying for housing or discrimination by landlords / property owners.

Although the Brazilian constitution of 1988 prohibits any form of discrimination, it was not until 2019 that Gaysexuals and trans people were definitively recognized as one of these groups.

Following a resolution by the National Council of Justice (CNJ), any same-sex union can be converted into a marriage. It was approved on May 14 and came into force on May 16. Brazil was the second South American country after Argentina, and the twelfth in the world to legalise gay marriage.

Marriage and marriage recognition between two people of the same biological sex and/or gender identity.

Although the first formal legal recognition of a civil union took place in 2004 (See first source), the Supreme Court did not rule in favor of civil unions throughout the country until May 5, 2011.

After Supreme Federal Court recognition, LGBT people can serve openly in military in Brazil. <br />
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People who are legally male at the age of 18 are obligated to serve, including trans men who have transitioned or trans women who haven't changed their legal gender yet. The latter can be dispensed once the change is made.

The ability for Gaysexuals to serve in the military and be open about their sexuality.

There has never been any specific law banning Gaysexuals from serving in the army. However, Article 235 of 1969 of the Military Penal Code, which prohibits the "practice of a libidinous act, Gaysexual or not", was often used to persecute gays in the military and try to expel them.

Intersex children have to be registered with an "unknown" gender on their birth certificate, has per the National Justice Council ruling. This means that Brazil at least recognizes intersex people federally.<br />
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However in some states, non-binary people can also have the same registration.

Legal recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, or third gender identities.

No legal recognition of non-binary gender.

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Farme Gay Beach, dat zijn naam dankt aan de Rua Farme de Amoedo, een hoofdstraat door Ipanema vol Gay-uitgaansleven en -cultuur, ligt net onder deze weg. De lokale bevolking geeft de bijnaam 'Barbie Land' aan, een term die wordt gebruikt om de prachtig bruinde en gepolijste mannen te beschrijven die over dit strand paraderen. Wees echter voorzichtig met het gebruik van deze term in de stad, sommige mannen kunnen dit aanstootgevend vinden! Het Gaygedeelte van het strand is duidelijk gemarkeerd met talloze regenboogbanners en prachtige Brazilianen in kleine speedo's. Als dat nog niet duidelijk genoeg is, zoek dan naar Posto (reddingstorens) 8 en 9: het Gaystrand ligt hier tussen. TG Leuk weetje! Posto 9 is eigenlijk de plek waar het bossa nova-nummer 'The Girl from Ipanema' is geschreven, dus een geweldige plek om je 'lange, bruine, jonge en mooie' fantasie waar te maken.

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