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Rio de Janeiro Culinary & nightlife

Our most recommended Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Culinary & nightlife

Rio de Janeiro: Rio Scenarium Entrance, Dinner, and Open Bar

1. Rio de Janeiro: Rio Scenarium Entrance, Dinner, and Open Bar

Discover Rio’s nightlife in one of the top neighborhood bars. Soak up the unique atmosphere of the Rio Scenarium, a former antique store located in the heart of Lapa. Explore the three-level culture pavilion interconnected by stairs and an elevator from the belle époque. Admire its relics, colorful décor, and obsolete items which are commonly used in film productions while listening to incredible live music.  Watch the best artists bring to life Brazilian music genres such as Samba, Forró, and MPB (Brazilian pop music). Skip the line through a fast track entrance and live a genuine local nightlife experience while enjoying the 3-hour open bar (selected drinks) and 3-course dinner service.

Rio de Janeiro: Pub Crawl in Lapa

2. Rio de Janeiro: Pub Crawl in Lapa

Discover Lapa's nightlife on a pub crawl through this vibrant, bohemian neighborhood. Lapa is known for being one of the most carioca parts of Rio de Janeiro and is full of traditional bars, samba circles, nightclubs with live music, and dance halls. Visit 3 or 4 clubs and enjoy discounts on drinks. Meet your guides and discover Lapa at night. Experience samba, funk, DJs, and renowned names in Brazilian music. One of the most incredible features of Lapa is that people from all walks of life meet there and are welcomed with open arms. Discover some of Rio's hottest clubs and enjoy shots and discounted drinks as you check out the local scene with your international group of fellow pub crawlers. Learn where to buy cheap caipirinhas and how to walk the busy streets of Lapa. Your guides will accompany you for 4 hours, but after that, you are free to stay and enjoy the rest of the night.

Rio de Janeiro: 3-Hour Sailing Trip on Guanabara Bay

3. Rio de Janeiro: 3-Hour Sailing Trip on Guanabara Bay

Enjoy a 3-hour sail and see the iconic sights of Rio de Janeiro from Guanabara Bay. You will meet your guide at the Marina da Gloria, downtown Rio, at the pre-arranged time and board the Kamehameha for a short introductory session to the boat’s main facilities and safety systems. You will motor out of the marina and then sail towards the protected, calm waters of the bay. Your guide will point out the sights of Rio surrounding the bay, including Sugarloaf Mountain, and the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Hill. You will also learn a bit about local history. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off back at the starting point at the marina.

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

4. Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Discover what goes on backstage at Rio's Carnival with this guided walking tour. Watch as preparations are made for the world's most famous parade with this attraction ticket. Wear some authentic costumes and take a Samba workshop before savoring a cocktail.  Be greeted by your guide at Samba City and begin your behind-the-scenes tour. See the carnival factory and find out how the floats and costumes are produced for the parade. Uncover the history of Samba and hear the story of Rio's carnival.  Try on some authentic carnival costumes and get some stunning glam shots. Participate in a Samba workshop with a professional dancer from a Samba school. Finish your tour by sipping on a delicious caipirinha, Brazil's national cocktail.

Rio de Janeiro: Hidden Gems Nightlife Tour

5. Rio de Janeiro: Hidden Gems Nightlife Tour

Discover the hidden gems of Rio de Janeiro's bars and clubs on a breathtaking night tour. Get to know the bars and clubs in Rio de Janeiro where the locals really are and have an authentic and exciting experience of "carioca night" - Rio de Janeiro night. Why stay at the Hotel afraid of the night in Rio when you can be with an experienced guide and local and resident of Rio de Janeiro, who knows the points of Rio for fun with all safety and responsibility? This is the proposal that trip in Rio Tours offers you. The tour starts at a prearranged time, allowing you to organize yourself during the day with your other tours and visits, without missing the night that will delight you to the extreme. First, we start at a leisurely pace towards Mural da urca, where you can take beautiful night photos of Guanabara Bay and the entire view of downtown Rio. Afterwards, we head to Rio's nightlife, especially the bars in Lapa, where, depending on the day, they can be easily enjoyed or not, according to the group's wishes. We can end the tour with a live show at the lapa bar or at the legendary Rio Scenarium, completing your rich experience in Rio de Janeiro. This tour lasts an average of 4 to 5 hours, depending entirely on the energy of the group in question. Don't miss this rich opportunity! Make your reservation now!

Rio: Private Highlights Tour with Christ the Redeemer

6. Rio: Private Highlights Tour with Christ the Redeemer

Discover Rio de Janeiro's main attractions such as Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf mountain, and the Selaron steps on a private full-day tour. Learn about the history of Rio and its curiosities. Enjoy the best tour schedule, avoiding traffic and lines. Get the best Rio has to offer with a unique local experience. Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Selaron steps, Dona Mart, XV Square, the royal cathedral, and the king's palace. The best time for these experiences is earlier when there are fewer lines and the venues are not busy. Rest easy knowing your guide has made restaurant reservations at the best places in town. Enjoy local fare at your own expense and soak up all of the magic of Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro: All-You-Can-Eat Brazilian Barbecue

7. Rio de Janeiro: All-You-Can-Eat Brazilian Barbecue

Experience the flavors of the 300-year-old Brazilian barbeque tradition. Feast on meats prepared with the expertise of an Assador, who understands roasting as an art form. Learn about the unique dining culture and history of Brazil. Discover the beauty of the city from the comfort of your table. Assador is nestled in Aterro do Flamengo overlooking the Christ the Redeemer, Guanabara Bay, and Sugar Loaf Mountain. The building is surrounded by balconies and a massive garden designed by Burle Marx. Savor dishes from the buffet of salads, cheeses, cold cuts, and a selection of other accompaniments. Vegetarians and those who prefer fish can choose from a menu with delicious la carte options. Finish your meal with something sweet with three dessert options

Rio de Janeiro: Waterfront Dinner & Live Music Experience

8. Rio de Janeiro: Waterfront Dinner & Live Music Experience

Enjoy the nightlife of Rio de Janeiro at kiosks located on the waterfront of some of the most famous beaches in the world, Leblon Beach and Copacabana Beach. Enjoy an incredible dinner that includes a starter, main course, dessert, and drink. Enjoy the live music while enjoying the view of Rio de Janeiro's ocean. An experience that you definitely need to enjoy in the city of Rio. Monday - Arrastapé Menu Starter options: oxtail dumpling with sauce or cashew creamy dumpling. Main course: salted meat skewer, baião de dois (homogenous mixture of beans, rice and parsley), fried cassava and farofa. Dessert: creamy Cocada (a coconut candy) with tapioca ice cream. Drink options: water, soda, lemon caipirinha, lemon, strawberry or pineapple caipivodka. Only one drink per person. Tuesday - Samba Social Clube Menu Starter: portion of 6 pastéis (fried dough) stuffed with cheese, meat or shrimp. Main course: shrimp bobó (stewed shrimp with coconut milk, dende oil and manioc cream) or beef bait, rice, beans, farofa and French fries. Dessert: chocolate brownie with ice cream. Drink options: draft beer, caipirinha or soda. Only one drink per person. Wednesday - Coisa de Carioca Menu Starter options: bean broth served with bacon crispy, roasted garlic and chopped parsley on toast or tapioca dads with pepper jelly. Main course option: beef and chicken skewers served with vinaigrette sauce, bacon farofa and fries. Dessert options: chocolate mousse or passion fruit pave. Drink options: Brahma draft beer, soda, lemon caipirinha, natural juice (pineapple, passion fruit or Swiss lemonade). Only one drink per person and mineral water with or without gas. Thursday - Mané Menu Starter: Coxão Mané - a snack prepared with pork rib meat and cheese filling. Accompanied by the best mustard in the world! Main course: Ribs Rice - Long-cooked, shredded ribs, mixed with seasonings, rib broth, and rice, all topped with bacon farofa, torched cheese on the table, and hard-boiled egg. Dessert: French toast Drink options: 750ml draft beer, soft drink or juice. Only one drink per person. Friday - La Carioca Menu Starter: ceviche - white fish, tiger milk, red onion, pepper, cilantro and lime. Main course: rice with seafood - typical Peruvian-style paella with octopus, scallops, shrimp and squid. Dessert: spicy brigadeiro - dark chocolate brigadeiro with pisco, slightly spicy. Drink options: pisco sour (Peruvian drink with pisco, sour mix, goma jarabe) or non-alcoholic drinks (on request). Only one drink per person.

Rio Culture and History through the Art of Traditional Foods

9. Rio Culture and History through the Art of Traditional Foods

Join a delicious guided walking food tour in Rio de Janeiro's lively Santa Teresa and Lapa neighborhoods where you will visit unique local restaurants and specialty shops and sample different foods and beverages, including cachaça. Enjoy foods that contain some of the most important elements found in traditional Brazilian cuisine like açai, tapioca, and manioc flour.  Hop on a charming tram ride going over the Lapa Arches aqueduct, and passing by Ruinas Park to marvel at panoramic views of the city as you make your way from downtown to Santa Teresa. Taste local beer, as well as delicious cachaça on your route, and learn about the culture and history of Rio de Janeiro and the family traditions behind each food locales you visit. Your local guide will answer any questions you might have.

Ginga Tropical: Brazilian Roots Shows with Optional Dinner

10. Ginga Tropical: Brazilian Roots Shows with Optional Dinner

Ginga Tropical: Brazilian roots will bring you a multicultural show with lots of joy and energy, gathering on stage various cultures of this tropical country. For about 3 hours, you are going to enjoy every Brazilian dance style. After your hotel pick-up, if you choose the show with dinner option, you will arrive at a traditional Barbecue Dinner, all you can eat style. Brazilian Churrascarias (barbecue places) offer a wide variety of sides and alternative options. In case you decide to stick with a vegetarian option, you will still leave delighted. For those who preferred the show only option, they will be picked up at their hotels before heading to the show by bus.  You will get to know every Brazilian region through dance performance and clothing. Ginga Tropical: Brazilian roots combines diversity and culture with The Journal of Theatre, the Northeast, the Amazon and the Pampas with its Folklore, Bahia with their mystical rituals and Rio de Janeiro with its incomparable bohemian Lapa, their dance halls and their legendary Tricksters. A breathtaking show, with fantastic drummers and beautiful Mulatas dressed in outstanding carnival costumes. Even when you think that the show is close to the end, you may be surprised with interactive dancers. It’s time to shake your hips, so don’t be shy because the show must go on!

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Very special tour, the captain speaks Spanish and English, the helper makes the greatest classic capirinhas, takes you around other parts of Rio that majority of tourists don’t go to and are very nice to see ❤️ highly recommend it for couples as it’s very romantic, also a great way to make new friends and just have some drinks and talk on the way. In my case I met two girls onboard and we ended up having dinner after the tour, and on the next day and became really good friends.

I've wanted to learn the original samba for a long time, so during our stay in Rio we jumped at the opportunity and booked a samba lesson.... It was just great.... The wonderful samba teacher, the nice students... We had fun and actually learned the basic steps.... After that we were able to implement what we had learned in the scenario (samba club in the lapa). We had a wonderful evening! Thank you Julia, Simon, Wolfgang and Maria

Wonderful guide - info about history of Carnival extremely interesting. Dancer great fun. Better signage for meetup would be helpful. Wandering around parking lot very frustrating. People around area didn’t know of your company, but it ended well. Thank you

It was such a great evening, I enjoy every moment, dish and drink. Nicole is an excellent host and she know all about she is doing, including the culture and the background of the dishes.

The Palace of Versailles is wonderful, a lot of history and wealth