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Parade of dancers during Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
The Rio Carnival with Sambadrome Admissions
The Rio Carnival with Sambadrome Admissions
The Rio Carnival with Sambadrome Admissions

The Rio Carnival with Sambadrome Admissions

By Gray Line Brazil
4 out of 5
Features
  • Printed voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Once-in-a-lifetime experience at Rio's famous Sambadrome
  • Splendid costumes & colourfully decorated Carnival platforms
  • Great seats & views from seats in the Sambadrome
  • Breathtaking dance performances by Brazil's samba masters
  • Convenient, safe & worry-free return transport

Activity location

  • Sambódromo da Marquês de Sapucaí
    • Rua Marquês de Sapucaí
    • Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Sorry this activity isn't available on Thu, 28 Mar
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to the Sambadrome
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transfer to most South Zone hotels of Rio (if option selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Tickets are non-refundable.
  • Seats together are guaranteed if you book all your tickets in the same transaction.
  • Pay atention for different options: Ticket and transport included OR Ticket only
  • Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Rio de Janeiro hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you confirm your reservation.
  • Pick ups for options that include transport now start at 06:00pm, 08:00pm or 10:00pm. Option to be selected in advance. Final time will be confirmed upon collection of the credential.
  • Customers have to collect up credentials and/or tickets to the day before your selected Parade date, from 10:00am to 5:00pm (for Access and special Group). Exceptions should be communicated.
  • Children under 5 years of age are not allowed.
  • Please be aware that we offer seats for different Sectors (3, 5, 7 or 9) on Special Group Parade days. The choice must be made at the time of purchase.
  • You might be upgraded to a better sector if your chosen ticket is unavailable.

What you can expect

Check an item off your bucket list at one of the world's most spectacular events—the annual Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. Experience the festive ambiance as you watch the breathtaking parade, admire the magnificently decorated floats, and groove to the contagious rhythms of samba.

This world-famous street party goes on for 5 fun- and dance-filled days, and is split into 3 events. The first stage of Carnival—the Access Group—is the parade of samba schools aspiring to qualify for the main event the following year. The next stage is the Special Group, featuring the crème de la crème of Brazil's samba schools. The newly proclaimed Carnival champion and 5 runners-up participate in the final event—the Champion's parade.

Immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere and be inspired by the bright colours and captivating rhythms of Carnival as you take it all in from Sector 9 (if option selected), which features bleachers with allocated seats and exceptional views. On the parade days of the Special Group Schools, there is also an option for Sectors 3 (near the beginning of the Parade and near the first Samba Drums retreat), Sectors 5 and 7 (more in the middle of the Sambadrome, but with a good view of the parade). Such sectors do not have numbered seats; they are not marked and therefore free to choose. On the Access Group parades, you will take it from Sector 8.

Event timetables

Access Group parades: 10 PM–3:30 AM Special Group parades: 9:30 PM–4:30 AM Champions parade: 10 PM–4:50 AM

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Masks required
  • Hand sanitiser provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSambódromo da Marquês de Sapucaí
    • Rua Marquês de Sapucaí
    • Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHotel Pickup
    • Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • PEOPLEPEOPLESheraton Rio Hotel & Resort
    • 121 Avenida Niemeyer Leblon
    • 22610, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil