Evening Experience at a Carioca Samba School
- 5 hours
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
Highlights
You’ll immerse yourself in the vibrant world of a Rio de Janeiro samba school, accompanied by a tour guide accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism. Transportation is included from Downtown Rio and the South Zone. On Saturdays, the experience takes place at Salgueiro Samba School, in Andaraí. Salgueiro is renowned for celebrating African heritage and has roots in a community historically associated with a quilombo. The school is also home to one of the most popular samba songs in Brazil, “Peguei um Ita no Norte / Explode Coração,” a true samba anthem. Come experience the energy, history, and cultural legacy of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic samba schools! Duration: 4 hours.
Inclusions
What's included
- Tickets
- Tour Guide
What's not
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
Itinerary
On Saturday, our Samba Carioca Route takes place at the Salgueiro court, in the Greater Tijuca region. Acadêmicos do Salgueiro is a traditional samba school, which often has carnival themes, stories and African elements. It has several championships and is one of the most popular in Rio de Janeiro. The visit to the court includes a pagoda show that opens the show at the house, and then, around midnight, the drum show begins with the presence of the drum queen - always a local celebrity. Throughout the night, professional dancers perform on the school floor to guarantee the best rehearsal in preparation for the biggest carnival party in the world on the samba catwalk. Experience a little of the Salgueiro community on an unforgettable day!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Agência Etnias Turismo e Cultura
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Its from-price is 104% above the median of the 9 skip-the-line tours we list in Rio de Janeiro.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 6 of 9.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro sweeps between mountains and ocean, a city of famous beaches, granite peaks, samba rhythms and a carnival known around the world.
Christ the Redeemer stands with open arms atop Corcovado, looking down on the city, and cable cars climb Sugarloaf Mountain for views across Guanabara Bay. Below, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are the stage for daily life, with volleyball, kiosks and the wave-patterned promenade, while Leblon and Arpoador extend the strip.
Top-ranked sights in Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor), Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Açúcar), Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón).
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