When is the best time to go the rio carnival? Still going at the middle of Feb?

Question

Does anyone know a cheap, safe, relatively quiet place to stay? My boyf and I are headed there as part of a round the world trip flying from Central America.

Answer 1

The date of Brazilian carnival changes every year. May be january, february or march.

Brazilian carnival 2008 will take place from january, 31 to february, 5.

I also wanna remind you, that cheap places aren't always safe places...

See this site, they will help you.

Take care.

Answer 2

yes, same time every year.

Answer 3

Obviously the best time to go to Rio for carnival is when carnival is happening--it's only a four day event.  In 2008 it will be between Feb 2 and 5.  It's on Feb 21 thru 24 in 2009.  It ends yearly the day before Ash Wednesday.  Approximately 1 million people flock to Rio for carnival so there are no "cheap" places during carnival.  Expect to pay 50% more for everything due to supply and demand--ECON 101.  The website www.vannarioflats.com.br has the best info I have found to date on carnival and she also rents apartments.  If you don't have a place to stay already, you might have a hard time getting a place.

Answer 4

Hi, Lisa! If you need help finding a hotel, let me know! Cheers!

Answer 5

There are better carnivals to go to than Rio. I understand that these days it's no longer on the street but in a stadium.

Be aware that the hotel and hostel prices rocket during the carnaval. I mean at least 5 fold!