there are several bus terminals in the metropolitan rio de janeiro, each serving different parts of the region. bus terminals, referred to as rodoviárias, in rio can sometimes appear chaotic and unorganized, but in general they are easy to navigate around - there is often an information desk at the entrance with multi-lingual staff ready to help should any confusions or questions arise. similar to airports, bus stations usually offer stores selling souvenirs, gifts and travel items like baggage, books and snacks.
