Samba School

Spend the morning at Sugar Loaf Mountain, one of Rio de Janeiro's most famous icons. You'll take a breathtaking ride in a cable car to the top of the Sugar Loaf for panoramic views of one of the world's most beautiful cities. This morning tour takes you to one of Rio's most famous attractions and also includes a scenic tour of the city.

The only backstage tour of the Carioca Carnival, the most famous carnival in the world! When in Rio, you need to experience Samba! This tour introduces you to the artistry and imagination of Carnival and allows you to discover the backstage of The greatest show on Earth! Have an unique and authentic experience exploring the backstage, the secrets, the people working and the preparations for the parade, which is also a competition. During the tour, you will be able to witness the process of construction and production of floats and more than 3000 costumes for the show. This visit includes a guided tour to the factory of the 2022th Carnival champion Samba School, Grande Rio. Including an exhibition about the history of Samba and Carnival, the tour provides a chance to dress up in authentic parade costumes, experience the samba dance and enjoy a delicious Caipirinha welcome drink! Come visit us!

Experience the creation of Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival from an insider’s perspective: visit the City of Samba, enter the Grande Rio’s Samba Factory, learn about the history of Samba and Carnival parades, understand the production of floats and costumes, and feel the samba fever with an authentic carnival costume, a samba class, and a Brazilian welcome drink!

Learn the basic steps of the Samba Enjoy a fun and interactive class with a professional dance instructor Feel the rhythm of the music as you learn the steps of the Samba Immerse yourself in the culture of Salvador and learn about its history English-speaking instructor Access to the first Capoeira School in Brazil Cultural and historical insights

We will visit the City of Samba, a large complex of barracks that are destined for the Samba Schools of the Special Group of Rio de Janeiro and where the giant floats and colorful costumes are built. Next, we will enter the Scholars of the Grande Rio see the secrets that are revealed only during the Carnival parade: How is made the production of floats and costumes. You will understand the concepts and work involved during the design process. In the colorful showroom, we will learn more about the emergence of samba, its customs, and the origin of samba school parades. Let's pick one of the many legitimate carnival costumes to wear and photograph. Then we will have a dance class where we will learn some samba steps. To end the tour we will try a caipirinha, a typical Brazilian drink made of cachaça and lemon.

FEEL THE TRUE ENERGY OF CARIOVAL CARIOCA! The rehearsals of the carnival samba schools are a typical experience in the city of Rio de Janeiro. The Escola de Samba Acadêmicos do Salgueiro is one of the most popular in the city. His rehearsal is a real show, with a lot of samba, dancers, flag bearers and the school's furious battery.

We will walk through the most important places in the history of black resistance in Rio de JaneIro, an immersion into Afro-Brazilian culture, gastronomy and customs. You will learn stories of important personalities who fought with all their might for freedom and the end of slavery in the country. We are going to finish the tour close to Pedra do Sal, the place where Samba was born. A place that still has the tradition of celebrating street parties every Monday and Friday.

Você já conheceu uma das 7 wonders of the world? Ainda no ?! Then, do not lose time and see the logo of Christ the Redeemer, with the Discovery Rio Tour. Além de conhecer o Cristo, we provide you with tours in other tourist spots in Rio de Janeiro.

Immerse yourself in a carnival experience! We start with the hotel pickup to see the backstage of a carnival production. We visit one of the top 10 Samba Schools in Rio. We learn a little bit about carnival and the carnival parade. We see how beautiful the costumes truly are, and we can even try them on. We have a welcome caipirinha, the Brazilian national drink. We also take our chances on a quick samba class that you will never forget! Enjoy this unique experience! Tour guide, tickets to the Carnaval experience and roundtrip transfer included.

Follow the voice of Priscila, a charming Carioca, who will lead you to one of the most famous beaches in the world, Ipanema beach. Starting from the best place in the city to watch the sunset, the "pedra do arpoador", you will learn about the origins and the musicians who invented Bossa Nova. During the walk you will hear that Priscila can not really sing, but she will try in a charming way to introduce you to some of the most famous Bossa Nova songs. The walk will take you to the Park of the Girl of Ipanema, where you will learn about the legend of the two brothers from the hill of Vidigal, who inspired Chico Duarte to write a song. Afterwards, you will learn more about the similarities between Bossa Nova and Samba, especially about the unique instruments. You will also discover the story of Tom Jombin while admiring his monument.

The evening begins with the electrifying energy of Capoeira, where spontaneous and powerful movements bring this martial art to life. You’ll be captivated by the rhythm and storytelling of Samba, the fiery acrobatics of Maculelê, and the pulse of traditional drumming. Live music ties it all together, creating an atmosphere that’s as authentic as it is exhilarating. This is not a tourist show with rehearsed routines — it’s an organic celebration of Brazilian culture, where spontaneity and passion shine through every movement and beat. It’s common to witness fast, intense movements during Capoeira rodas, reflecting its true essence. **Venue Highlight** This Cultural Night takes place at the historic first Capoeira school in Brazil, founded in 1937 by Mestre Bimba, the creator of Capoeira Regional. A symbol of cultural resistance and resourcefulness, the school remains a highly respected landmark in Salvador, making it the perfect setting for this unique experience.

Psst — over here. Get a good peek into Rio's Carnival on this half-day tour behind the scenes of the behemoth celebration. Travel to Cidade do Samba, where the best samba schools build and store their grandiose floats, sparkling costumes and feathered headdresses. Take a guided tour of the warehouse of Acadêmicos do Grande Rio, a highly ranked samba school, and then try on some of those snazzy costumes. You’ll gain in-depth insight into Carnival culture, and toast your inside-access visit with a caipirinha, Brazil’s signature cocktail.

You will experience immersion in a Samba school in Rio de Janeiro with a Tourism Guide accredited by the Ministry of Tourism. Included Transport leaving from the Center and South Zone of Rio. Observe the two different experiences below. You will only purchase 01 (one): On Fridays the experience is at the Portela court in Madureira. Founded in 1923, Portela was built in a place where the black people of a city marked by slavery found shelter, strength and direction. Since 1923, Portela has been defining the tradition of samba and has accumulated 22 titles, being the biggest winner of the Carnival in Rio. Duration: 4h. On Saturdays the experience takes place at the Salgueiro court, in Andaraí. Salgueiro is a school that exalts Africanities and originated in a community that was once a Quilombo. It has one of the most popular sambas, with "Petei um Ita no Norte/Explode Coração", a Brazilian anthem in Samba. Discover one of the biggest samba schools in Rio de Janeiro! Duration: 4h.

Get ready to embark on a captivating journey into the vibrant world of Afro-Brazilian Culture. Join us at Mestre Bimba's First Ever School that stands as a powerful Quilombo of resistance and resilience, a testament to the cultural elements that have thrived in Salvador despite historical adversities. During the late 19th century, practices such as Capoeira, Samba, and Drumming were met with suspicion and often criminalized. Yet, they have transformed from being persecuted arts into beloved symbols of our Nation’s Identity. By joining us, you contribute to the preservation of traditions that have shaped our past and continue to inspire our present. Feel the rhythm of the music, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Salvador, and celebrate the legacy of the Afro-Brazilian communities that have enriched our lives.

Have you ever thought about living a day as a rhythmist at the biggest samba school in Brazil and then enjoying the best samba shows? Only here will you have a complete Samba School experience, learning the basics of an instrument, visiting and interacting with other segments.

With a specialized carnival guide, the tour takes you to the iconic and historic sites of the Samba and the largest popular party in Brazil, revealing curiosities and details about the creation and evolution of this celebration over time. The experience provides a true immersion in carnival culture and ends in the Carnaval Experience, with a visit to the factory of the samba school of Grande Rio. There, you will be able to explore the backstage of the foil, follow the production of allegorical cars and fantasy, dress up in costumes from previous editions of the Carnival and attend a fun samba class. A unique and unforgettable tour for those who want to feel the soul of the Brazilian Carnival. Available all year round.

Private guide and pick-up to Carnaval Experience (Samba City). When in Rio, you need to experience Samba! This tour will introduce you to the artistry and imagination involved in the creation of Carnival and allow you to discover the behind-the-scenes of the greatest Carnival in the world! You will Have a unique and authentic experience exploring the backstage, the secrets, the people working, and the preparations for the parade. During the tour, you will witness the construction and production process of more than 3000 costumes and floats for the Carnival parade. This experience includes a guided tour to the warehouse of the 2022 Carnival champion Samba School, Grande Rio, including exhibition about the history of Samba and the Carnival. This tour also provides a chance to dress up in authentic carnival costumes, experience the samba dance and enjoy a delicious Caipirinha welcome drink.

What do you do in Rio in the months leading up to the official carnival parades? To prepare for the showy carnival parades in February, samba schools need a long preparation that starts in June. Get the feeling of Carnival by taking a guided tour of an exciting rehearsal experiencing the passion that unites all Brazilians. Immerse yourself in one of the most interactive Brazilian cultural expressions with dancing, singing and cheering alongside fans at one of the samba schools warehouses the night away. Before rehearsal, assimilate into the samba and carnaval culture by joining workshops taking the first steps in the samba dance from professional dancers, and even learn a little how to play the main carnaval instruments from talented musicians. After the workshops, enjoy the official rehearsal on the court putting into practice what you learned with dancers, drummers and flag bearers. In addition, learn about the history of samba and the school's community, and its main projects.

In this itinerary, Turistando RJ takes you to discover several tourist attractions in an entire morning. After picking up from your hotel or meeting point, we will take you to visit the statue of Christ the Redeemer (One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World), then visit the Maracanã Stadium for an external visit, head to the Marquês de Sapucaí Sambadrome where Carnival Parades are held (One of the Largest Parties in the World), discover the Metropolitan Cathedral with its beautiful Internal Stained Glass and the Selarón Staircase with its unique and peculiar art, both with breaks for photos and explanations about their stories. During the tour you will be accompanied by a Tour Guide who will explain every detail of the sights in addition to many other curiosities that only those who hire an expert will know! Enjoy the panoramic view of all the beaches in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro and have a unique and memorable experience for the rest of your life!

Visit the most typical places of the first African cultural manifestations in the Americas. Take a new look at the two cultures, African and European, and its legacy in the arts, cuisine, dance and music, highlighting the Carnival. • Visit the City of Samba, or City of Dreams, an area where the Samba Schools develop the floats that will parade in the Sambodrome • Understand how celebrations of Catholic and African merged its cultural manifestations and producing the most famous Carnival in the world. • Visit the current region of the Port, which for decades received thousands of Africans from different ethnic groups, nations, and cultures. • Visit Pedra do Sal (Salt Stone), where the Community of Remnants of Quilombos is located and considered as Cultural Heritage. • Get to know Valongo Wharf, the largest African point of entry in the Americas. It has been submitted to UNESCO to become World Heritage.