Top Rio de Janeiro Festivals

The Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and live music scene. With this evening pub crawl, discover the neighborhood at its most atmospheric as you visit popular local pubs and bars, sip a free shot of cachaça, and listen to live samba or forró music. Accompanied by your guide and group of party-seeking travelers, enjoy a fun night out with VIP admission and special offers on drinks.

Rio’s Carnival Parade is famous around the world and with more than two million people visiting the city during Carnival, booking your tickets in advance is essential. With this ticket, choose from multiple seating options and experience one of the spectacular samba school parades from the grandstand. A subway pass is also included, ensuring hassle-free transport to and from the Sambadrome, as well as to other attractions around the city.

Attend a soccer match in Rio during your stay. With a local guide, join the thousands of enthusiastic fans at one of the city's stadiums to cheer on a local team. Learn the local cheers and fight songs and get informative commentary from your guide on the history and traditions of 'futbol' in Rio. This experience includes a general admission ticket and round-trip transportation from your hotel. Please check the Match Schedule in the Additional Information section.

Dance like a local during this 4-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro. Learn basic samba and forró steps , where you'll enjoy express entry, to show off your new moves on the dance floor.

Combine visits to the National Library (Biblioteca Nacional) and the National Theater (Teatro Nacional) on this 3-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. Learn about the history of each building and the role they have played in Rio's vibrant cultural heritage. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from local hotels included.