u/Apprehensive-Town-74

Hello! I am visiting Rio this month! I’m from London and have a bunch of questions.
While I have googled most of these, I’d also like to hear from real people ☺️

1. Should I bring mosquito spray from my home country or buy some in Rio? (Are the mosquitos here “stronger”)

2. Is contactless available everywhere or should I have some cash? (I have a Monzo account which is Mastercard)

3. Is there a trusted/local app for taxis/cabs? (Or is Uber the norm)

4. Is there a better local version of Google maps? (People in London swear by Citymapper for instance)

5. Any recommendations for a good tour of Tijuca? (Really want to see some waterfalls)

6. Favourite coffee and/or breakfast place in Leblon?

7. Favourite small/unusual museum?

8. I’m planning on visiting the botanical garden, what are some of your favourite spots there?

Thanks!

Olá! I am visiting Rio this month! I’m from London and have a bunch of questions.
While I have googled most of these, I’d also like to hear from real people ☺️

1.	Should I bring mosquito spray from my home country or buy some in Rio? (Are the mosquitos here “stronger”)  
2.	Is contactless available everywhere or should I have some cash? (I have a Monzo account which is Mastercard)  
3.	Is there a trusted/local app for taxis/cabs? (Or is Uber the norm)  
4.	Is there a better local version of Google maps? (People in London swear by Citymapper for instance)  
5.	Any recommendations for a good tour of Tijuca? (Really want to see some waterfalls)  
6.	Favourite coffee and/or breakfast place in Leblon?  
7.	Favourite small/unusual museum?    
8.	I’m planning on visiting the botanical garden, what are some of your favourite spots there?

Obrigado!