Can I drink the tap water?

Don't drink tap water in Rio – drink only filtered or bottled water. In restaurants you can ask for the house water ('água da casa' / 'água filtrada'): it is filtered and safe to drink. Ice should also be made from filtered or bottled water. Drinks made with boiled water, such as coffee and tea, are generally safe.

Source: Local knowledge – Simon (23.09.2026); supporting: CDC Yellow Book 2026 · Checked on 2026-09-23