Rio de Janeiro
This list brings together Sambadrome seats, guided bloco nights and the rehearsal visits that make Carnival plannable for an outsider. The parades are a competition between samba schools, and you can march in one yourself; buying a costume buys your place in the parade. Book far ahead, the big nights sell out months before February.
Kaleidoscopic and captivating, the 'Carnaval Experience: Backstage Tour at Samba City With Cocktail' is a hidden world of samba and celebration that will leave you wanting to join the vibrant parade of festivities.
Most Popular★ 4.5“Learned a lot about Carnaval and Lucas could not have been a better guide. Loved trying on the outfits.”
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268 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $26.49
Nurture your curiosity and discover the hidden stories behind Rio's Carnaval in this immersive journey of rhythm and color.
★ 4.5“Very fun tour. Too bad we couldn’t take pictures inside but I understand why. Saw things we would not have seen any other way.”
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35 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $96.00
Prepare for the ultimate Rio Carnival experience with a prime box package including VIP perks—get ready for a journey filled with luxury, excitement, and more!
★ 5.026 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $1,450.00
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure with the Rio De Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket - an experience that promises convenience and excitement like no other.
★ 4.0“Great atmosphere Shows started nearly 2 hours late so only managed to see 3 schools but very enjoyable experience”
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20 reviews6 to 9 hours (approx.)
Journey into the heart of Rio Carnival's pulsating energy and colorful traditions, where every step promises a new discovery that will captivate your imagination.
★ 5.0“So informative!! I had no idea about the history and the competition involved in Carnaval. The tour was fabulous and so fun. I made new friends and we got to enjoy this great Carnaval Experience without the crowds.”
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15 reviews3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $128.00
Fulfill your curiosity and delve into the hidden world of Carnaval with backstage access, samba beats, and tantalizing drinks—what secrets await?
“This is such a cool way to experience Carnival up close and personalized! It was amazing seeing the floats and costumes. This was the perfect amount of insight into Carnival's history and what it all takes. The guides were a lot of fun too! Definitely…”
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8 reviews1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $412.01
Kick off your Carnival experience with a backstage tour of a Traditional Samba School, where the secrets of samba magic await...
★ 4.5“You learn behind the scene facts of Carnaval and how it happens. Interesting to know, it’s only a 70 minute experience for each float.”
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3 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $31.00
Yearning for a deeper connection with Brazil's rich tapestry of traditions and celebrations?
★ 5.0“That was the best tour and experience we had in Rio! It’s absolutely highly recommended! Finally, we had carnival explained - characters, process, allegories, history. The tour around samba city was mind blowing. And costumes experience is so much fun. We enjoyed this tour even…”
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2 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $206.06
Lose yourself in the vibrant world of Rio De Janeiro's Carnival Parade through a unique Costume Experience - an adventure you won't want to miss!
★ 5.0“The organisation of the whole experience was excellent he could not be faulted in any way, would definitely recommend it to everyone, I am in a wheelchair and I was treated excellentlyThe organisation of the whole experience was excellent he could not be faulted in…”
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2 reviews4 hours (approx.)
Kickstart your adventure into the captivating world of Rio's Carnival with the 'Rio Backgrounds of Carnival Tour' and uncover the mesmerizing stories that lie beneath the surface.
★ 5.01 reviewsFrom $75
Discover the vibrant world of samba and Carnaval in Rio with unforgettable experiences and hidden stories just waiting to be unveiled...
★ 5.01 reviewsFrom $60.00
Hear the samba beats and experience the electrifying energy of Sector 7 at the 2025 Carnival Marquês De Sapucaí in Rio—where tradition meets revelry in a unique way.
★ 5.0“Grandiose ..plein les yeux ...à faire...ambiance extraordinaire...les costumes magnifiques ...6 heures de show non stop l organisation top ..le guide nous informe bien 2 jours avant ..le point de rdv respecté...la prise en charge parfaite”
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1 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $1,400.00
Uncover the electrifying atmosphere of Rio's Carnival at the Rios 2025 Parade with Transfer Sector 5, where vibrant colors and pulsating rhythms await...
From $798.00
Lose yourself in the pulsating beats and colorful costumes of the Samba School's 4-hour Carnival experience, where passion and tradition collide in a mesmerizing spectacle.
From $96.89by Agência Etnias Turismo e Cultura
Immerse yourself in the vibrant spectacle of Sector 7 at the Full Day Carnival Parade Rio 2025 - a sensory journey like no other.
From $865.04
Rio rewards the early riser; I plan mornings on the summits and save the beach for when the light goes gold.