Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, and samba in the streets
Explore Rio de Janeiro with Wexplo, an AI audio guide that narrates Christ the Redeemer's construction on Corcovado, the bossa nova origins of Ipanema, and the favela culture that produced samba. Rio is dramatic in every sense — the landscape, the music, the contrasts between wealth and poverty.
Free on iOS and Android. No account required to start exploring.
Open the app and go. GPS triggers stories automatically as you move.
Hear narrated stories, ask follow-up questions, and explore at your own pace.
Rio's geography — mountains jutting from the sea, beaches curving between granite peaks — creates a city where nature and culture are inseparable. Wexplo narrates the samba tradition, the bossa nova revolution, and the social complexity behind the postcard views.
April to October for drier weather and comfortable walking temperatures.
Portuguese, English
Walk from Lapa to Santa Teresa via the Selaron Steps — 215 steps covered in colorful tiles from around the world. Wexplo narrates the Chilean artist Jorge Selaron's 23-year obsession with decorating each step.
Yes, Wexplo is free to download and use in Rio de Janeiro. The app generates AI-powered audio stories about places as you explore. A premium subscription is available for additional features like offline mode and deeper content.
Wexplo can cache stories for offline use. Download stories before your trip and listen without an internet connection while walking through Rio de Janeiro.
Wexplo generates stories in over 14 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Hindi, and more.
Unlike group tours with fixed schedules, Wexplo lets you explore Rio de Janeiro at your own pace. Stories trigger automatically by GPS as you walk — no waiting, no rushing, completely hands-free.
Download Wexplo for free and let AI-powered audio stories guide you through Rio de Janeiro. Works offline, supports 14 languages.