Assis City Guide

Food is typical Brazilian with dishes like feijoada and pão de queijo. Some international foods like pizza and Japanese exist. Vegetarian options are limited but growing. Late-night snacks available.

Local bars and pubs provide nightlife but with limited variety compared to bigger cities.

Good quality traditional coffee is common. Specialty coffee shops are rare.

Restaurants often include a 10-15% service charge. Tipping is optional but appreciated. Taxi tipping is rare, usually rounding up. Hotel staff and guides usually expect small tips.

Buy SIMs at mobile stores, airports, supermarkets, or convenience stores. Major providers: Vivo, Claro, TIM, Oi. TIM offers tourist SIMs needing only a passport. eSIMs are also available.

Average cleanliness typical of a mid-sized Brazilian city.

24/7 services are limited. Some pharmacies and minimarts have extended hours, but clinics and food options at night are scarce.

Supermarkets offer some imported goods. Avenida Max and Walmart are main stores; Municipal Market has fresh local produce. Larger stores open 8 AM–10 PM daily.

Card payment works in bigger stores, but cash is common in small shops and markets. Restaurants may add a service fee paid by card.

ATMs are found mostly in banks and shopping centers. International fees may apply, so check with your bank before using.

Schools teach in Portuguese. No known international schools in Assis.

Very small or no dedicated digital nomad scene.

Ecological Park João Domingos Coelho offers green space with shaded walking and running paths.

Ecological Park provides good running routes. Generally safe during day.

Gyms are available but specific names are not widely listed.

Tennis courts likely available at clubs, details unknown.

No information on padel availability.

Yoga studios likely present but English-speaking instructors rare.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is likely available; other martial arts possible. English-speaking instructors rare.

No skiing in this tropical region.

Lake in Ecological Park allows for limited water activities, but rentals and guided tours are unclear.

No surfing; city is inland.

No diving; no nearby dive sites.

Private healthcare is better but limited English-speaking staff in Assis. Public care can be slow. Pharmacies are common for OTC meds.

Tap water is treated but inconsistent quality means bottled or filtered water is safer.

Good parks like Ecological Park João Domingos Coelho offer family outings. Baby supplies are found in stores. Few kid-specific cafés.

Legal rights are strong in Brazil, but social acceptance in small towns like Assis can be conservative.

Veterinary services and pet supplies available. Pet-friendly spots are limited.