🇧🇷 South America
Cities & towns in Brazil
Where you land inside Brazil matters more than the country itself. Browse the most popular cities for American expats, or take a 60-second quiz to surface the top 5 that fit your lifestyle.
Find your city in Brazil
Answer 8 quick questions about pace, beaches, transit, and budget — we'll rank the top 5 cities.
Rio de Janeiro
Pop. ~6.7M
Beach neighborhoods, mountains inside the city, and an intense but rewarding urban rhythm.
Walkability
8/10
Beach access
10/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
5/10
Florianópolis
Pop. ~500,000
Island city in the south — surfing, safety, and Brazil's fastest-growing nomad hub.
Walkability
6/10
Beach access
10/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
5/10