Child friendly cab in  Rio de Janeiro

 

Rio de Janeiro, commonly called Rio, is Brazil's third-most populous state, the second-most populous city in the country, and the sixth-most populous city in the Americas.

The primary international airport serving this city is the Galeão International Airport, after the neighborhood of Galeão, also called Antônio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

As of 2019, the airport was the country's fourth-busiest by passenger traffic.

The city is home to several universities and institutes. The headquarters of many Brazilian-owned mining, oil, and telecommunications companies are also located in Rio de Janeiro, such as Petrobras, Vale, and Grupo Globo.

The Christ the Redeemer statue at the top of Corcovado mountain, which was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the Sambódromo (Sambadrome), a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue used during Carnival, Sugarloaf Mountain with its cable car, and Maracana Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums, are just a few of the city's most well-known landmarks.

In this post, you will learn about taxis with car seats, where to book a safe taxi with small children, the 4 best family attractions in Rio de Janeiro, and how to get there.

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Where to get family taxis with car seats in Rio de Janeiro

If you're traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with your family from abroad, you'll arrive at Galeão International Airport, located 20 km (12 miles) north of downtown Rio de Janeiro.

Getting into the city of Rio can be done using the train, BRT (bus rapid transit system), Airport shuttle, taxis, Uber, and airport transfer.

If you need an airport taxi with car seats as an adult traveling with kids, Taxi Bambino is the place to go. Taxi Bambino is a simple pre-booking service that provides families with secure and comfortable airport transfer from Galeão International Airport into the city.

Our drivers are courteous and will greet you and your family with a smile before assisting you in getting into Rio de Janeiro from the airport.

The car seat laws in Brazil require children to always be in the back seat of a car. Infants up to one year in age are required to use a rear-facing safety seat when traveling in a car.

Kids between 4 and 7+ years of age are required to ride in the back seat of a car using a booster seat, while kids that are 7+ years old and older are required to use seat belts.

Our vehicles are duly equipped with car seats, booster seats, and seat belts, so you need not worry.

 

4 best family attractions in Rio de Janeiro (& how to get there) 

Rio de Janeiro is a popular tourist destination in the Southern Hemisphere known for its art and culture scene. Getting to the city center by car from Galeão International Airport takes about 20 minutes.

For families planning to visit this iconic city, here are the 4 best family attractions in Rio de Janeiro and how to get there. 

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Fundação Planetário 

Fundação Planetário is a dynamic museum that provides adults and children with an instructive and exciting tour experience. There are engaging events for youngsters and an outdoor playground. 

Inside its dome, a small cinema with an oval screen shows explanatory videos and mysteries about our stars, constellations, and galaxies.

The museum includes a cafeteria and bars where adults can sit and eat, drink, and relax.

Make sure you come along with a camera to take some pictures when you visit.

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BioPark of Rio

BioPark of Rio, also called Rio de Janeiro Zoological Garden, is home to over 1,300 animals of more than 350 species, many of them rare and in danger of extinction. Some animals you will find here include broad-snouted caiman, maned wolf, Lear's macaw, golden-headed lion tamarin, and harpy eagle.

In this zoo, you will also find animals from other countries, such as the rhinoceros and the American brown bear.

It is a wonderful place for kids and families visiting Rio. You can also bring a picnic blanket and some food if you plan to spend your day in this beautiful garden.

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AquáRio

The Aquário Marinho do Rio de Janeiro, regarded as the biggest marine aquarium in South America, is a public aquarium. Bringing your kids here will surely be a highlight in their holiday experience.

The Rio aquarium is home to about 8,000 animals from 350 different species. Some sea creatures you’ll see here are the blacktip reef shark, the sand tiger shark, the nurse shark, etc.

Attractions that you and your kids can enjoy include the Science Museum, composed of the Plankton Station and the Shell Exhibition, the Virtual Aquarium containing digital fishes created by visitors who then interact with the fishes, and finally, visitors can go diving in the ocean tank.

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Arena Leme Hotel

Arena Leme Hotel is a kid-friendly Oceanview/mountain view hotel located close to Galeão International Airport.

If you happen to have a layover, this hotel is the perfect destination to go to. The hotel is located in a calm reserved area and the rooms are equipped with central air conditioning, acoustic windows, free Wi-Fi, a minibar, a work desk with a comfortable chair, and plush bedding. 

The hotel offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner for guests and is just steps away from the edge of Copacabana beach.

This hotel is the perfect layover destination spot because you're only a few minutes away from all you want to see and do with your family in Rio de Janeiro and it’s only 20 minutes away from Galeão International Airport.

Whether you're going on a romantic getaway or a holiday trip with family, we've got you covered, Taxi Bambino can take you and your kids to these destinations.

Get family taxis with car seats on Taxi Bambino right here.

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