City in Amazonas, Brazil
Manaus
Gateway to Amazon lodges, river cruises and jungle treks, with a small opera-house old town and hot, humid city life. Best as a base of two or three days; the city itself has little to do.
At a glance
- Safety3/5Take real precautionsDetails
- Monthly budget$1,050–1,630Comfortable, one person · R$5,500–8,500Details
- Value for money69/100Better value than 68% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJun–OctWarmest: Sep, 33°CDetails
- Internet242 MbpsFixed broadband, Brazil medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilCity water is treated but locals filter it; drink bottled or filtered water, and avoid ice outside restaurants.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$48–96Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundUberYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and Pix are common in the city; carry small cash for port stalls, boat tips and some jungle lodges.Details
Where to stay in Manaus
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro (Teatro Amazonas) | Cheap hostels and sights; busy by day, empty at night |
| Adrianópolis | Safer residential area with restaurants and mid-range hotels |
| Ponta Negra | Riverfront promenade, hotels, bars; best for evenings out |
| Vieiralves | Quiet, upscale streets with cafés and apartments |
Apps that work in Manaus
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| iFood | Widest restaurant choice in the city |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ClickBus: Book intercity bus tickets
- Waze: Driving directions; most locals use it
- Taxis: Taxis exist but can be pricey for tourists; app rides give a fixed fare. Tourist boats are priced per tour.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Brazil.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and Pix are common in the city; carry small cash for port stalls, boat tips and some jungle lodges.
- Currency: Real (BRL). US$1 ≈ R$5.22 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banco24Horas, Bradesco and Banco do Brasil ATMs take foreign cards; expect a fee and low night-time limits.
- Tipping: Restaurants and bars add an optional 10% service charge; nothing more is expected. Tipping taxi and ride-app drivers isn't customary.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at card terminals; Pix needs a Brazilian account or a Pix-enabled foreign wallet.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa since April 2025 (US$80.90), applied for online about 10 working days ahead.
- No arrival card or entry fee. Extensions beyond the first stay are requested from the Federal Police before it ends.
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many regions, including the Amazon, but is not required for entry.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
Plugs
Type C, N · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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