Tour Regular
Guided visit, exhibition, costumes to try on and photograph, samba steps and a caipirinha.
From
R$55Approximate duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. Available in several languages and time slots.
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Ernestinho’s tip
🎭 CIDADE DO SAMBA · RIO DE JANEIRO
Carnaval Experience
What if you could experience Carnival from the inside, even outside February? Costumes, artists, history, joy and your first samba steps.
✨ Samba · Color · Costumes · History · Carnival magic all year round ✨
Carnival starts long before the parade here!
Samba schools don’t create their floats and costumes overnight. At Cidade do Samba, you can discover some of the talent and work behind one of the world’s best-known celebrations. Best of all, you don’t have to wait for Carnival to feel its energy.
🎨Go behind the scenes
See how a samba school prepares its show and the work of its artists.
📸Try on a Carnival costume
Put on a Carnival costume and take home photos of a memorable moment.
💃Baila samba
Learn basic steps with a passista, even if you’ve never danced before.
Behind the scenes at Carnival
There’s a story behind every costume
At the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio workshop, discover part of Carnival’s creative process, from the artwork to the floats and costumes. Visits are limited to authorized areas and follow the team’s instructions.
Behind the scenes at Carnival
It’s your turn to dress up for Carnival!
One of the most fun parts is trying on official costumes and taking photos. You’re not just watching: for a few moments, you can be the star and take home a very Rio-style memory.
Behind the scenes at Carnival
A little samba can make your day
A passista teaches you basic samba steps and lets you feel the party’s rhythm from the inside. The Regular Tour also includes a welcome caipirinha; ask about options for underage guests.
Three options for different travelers
Private tour
A private guide takes your group behind the scenes at your own pace. Ideal if you value a personalized experience.
From
R$850Group price, subject to party size, date and terms.
Ask about the Private Tour ↗Premium Private Tour
A more complete option with samba and percussion workshops, depending on the package booked.
From
R$2.450The price depends on group size and season.
Ask about the Premium Tour ↗Reference prices published by the operator through October 31, 2026. Check the applicable rate before paying; the three tours don’t include exactly the same activities.
Before you go
📍 Dónde: Cidade do Samba, Rua Rivadávia Corrêa 60, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro.
🕒 Regular Tour: time slots in several languages. The operator lists Spanish/Portuguese at 9:30 a.m. and English/Portuguese at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.; confirm times when booking.
🚕 Transportation: transportation to Cidade do Samba isn’t included in the Regular Tour.
🎟️ Cancellation: published terms state free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance, depending on the ticket.
📸 Photos: respect work areas and follow the guide’s instructions; not every area is open to visitors.
Moments to remember
Carnival Experience gallery
My tip for making the most of it
Come ready to take part, not just watch. Ask about the creative process, try on a costume, dance samba and save some phone battery for photos. To round out your day in the Port Zone, you could also visit Boulevard Olímpico, Museu do Amanhã or AquaRio, planning transfers around your schedule.
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Book the Carnival Experience ↗Ready to feel the rhythm?
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