directly withdrawing money from an atm is perhaps the easiest transaction and depending on one's bank, it can be the cheapest - other ways of acquiring reais is by exchanging at travel agencies, banks, or going to a casa de câmbio, which is a currency exchange store - some hotels also provide this service.

rates are typically posted in a sign outside the establishment or can be requested at the counter - the way reais can be purchased is based on personal preference and convenience.

the site melhor câmbio is a brazilian webpage catered to help users find the best exchange rate within any given city and type of currency.