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Available in Português

The Carnival Experience takes you behind the scenes of the greatest show on Earth, in the Samba City.

Get up close and personal with the creation of floats and costumes in the shed of the 2022 champion samba school, Academicos do Grande Rio.

The tour includes a brief immersion in the history of Samba and Carnival and includes the most awaited moment: wearing official costumes, sambar with a female passer and toasting with a caipirinha welcome.

An authentic experience in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.
Come visit us!

Available languages and schedules:
• Portuguese and Spanish (9:30 a.m.)
• English and Portuguese (10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.)
• English and French (11:00am)
• English and Spanish (4:30 p.m.)

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It's included
  • Guided tour of the Academics of Greater Rio barracks — One of the main Samba Schools in the City of Rio de Janeiro (30 min).
  • Exhibition room: a bit about the history of samba and carnival parades (20 min).
  • Getting in the mood: arrangement of costumes to wear and photograph (20 min).
  • Samba flavor: caipirinha welcome (10 min).
  • Samba class with one of our Passists! (10 min).
It's not included
  • Transfer to the City of Samba

Voucher orientation

🎟️ Cancellation

Free up to 48 hours before the tour.

🔒 Tour Rules

  • It is forbidden to interfere with Grande Rio, LIESA or any samba school.

  • Entry to other barracks in Cidade do Samba is prohibited.
  • Follow the guidelines of the guides and respect the work of the schools.
  • Don't touch costumes, cars, or materials without permission from the Carnaval Experience team.
  • Smoking is prohibited in the shed.
  • Photographing preparations without permission is prohibited; guides will indicate where it is allowed.
  • Wear closed footwear (avoid slippers).

⚠️ Important Information

  • People who are sensitive to strong smells should consult the team before purchasing (use of industrial chemicals).

  • Accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
  • Children must be with an adult.
  • Children from 0 to 5 years old do not pay; babies must be in their arms.
  • The tour takes place rain or shine.

🎫 Ticket Types

Adult

Available to everyone. It does not require a document.

Brazilian Adult

For those born or resident in Brazil. Required photo document (ID, passport, CNH, student ID or certificate

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Carioca

For those born or residents of Rio de Janeiro.

  • Born in Rio de Janeiro: document with photo.
  • Residents of Rio de Janeiro: proof from the last 3 months + document.
  • Proof must be in the name of the holder (valid for spouse and children).

Half-price

For 06 to 11 years old, students and over 60. Elderly person's photo document or ID card

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Free

For children under 6 years old. Photo document or certificate.

📄 Important

Present a copy of the ticket (digital or printed) at the start of the tour.