Amsterdam vs Rio de Janeiro — Travel Comparison 2026

City Comparison · 2026

Amsterdam

Netherlands

Rio de Janeiro

Brazil

Which one is right for your trip?

Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric	Amsterdam	Rio de Janeiro
Daily Budget	€80–120 / day	R$200–350 / day (~$40–70)
Best Time to Visit	Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct	May–Sep
Vloggers Analyzed	19	4
Mapped Spots	218	40

Quick Verdict

Budget Winner

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is cheaper

Coverage Winner

Amsterdam

Amsterdam has more vlogger coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Amsterdam has a daily budget of €80–120 / day, while Rio de Janeiro costs around R$200–350 / day (~$40–70) per day. Amsterdam is the more budget-friendly option.

Both Amsterdam and Rio de Janeiro are excellent destinations. Amsterdam is great for Amsterdam, while Rio de Janeiro is known for Rio de Janeiro. It depends on your travel style.

The best time to visit Amsterdam is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. For Rio de Janeiro, the recommended time is May–Sep. Plan accordingly to avoid peak season crowds.

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