Carnival Parade Costume Experience and Transfer in Rio de Janeiro

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

We invite you to join the biggest Carnival Parade in the world! The Rio Carnival Parade is a spectacular competition where Samba Schools showcase a year’s worth of preparation through music, dance, and stunning costumes. This experience offers you the unique chance to be more than just a spectator—you'll become part of the show! Dress up in a tailor-made, authentic costume created by a Samba School and parade down the iconic Sambadrome alongside professional performers. Our team will help you suit up and feel confident as you take the stage in this unforgettable cultural celebration. After your performance, we’ll take you back to your hotel. If your luggage allows, you can even take the costume home as a souvenir of this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Please note: Carnival dates change each year, so be sure to check the calendar when planning your trip.

What's Included

Possibility to take the costume home (if you have space in your luggage).
Assistance with putting on the costume.
Round-trip transfer (hotel ↔ Sambadrome).
Original, tailor-made costume created by a samba school.
Food
Drink
Tickets to watch the Carnival Parade

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The driver will pick you up at the door of your hotel at the agreed time.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

    The Marquês de Sapucaí, officially known as the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, is the iconic stage of Rio de Janeiro’s world-famous Carnival. Located in the heart of the city, this purpose-built venue was designed by renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer and inaugurated in 1984. Every year, it comes alive with vibrant colors, infectious rhythms, and dazzling performances as samba schools compete for glory during the main Carnival parades. The Sambadrome stretches for 700 meters and features grandstands, VIP boxes, and open-air seating for over 70,000 spectators, offering an immersive view of the magic unfolding on the runway. It is more than a parade route—it’s a cultural landmark that showcases the spirit, creativity, and passion of Brazilian samba. Outside of Carnival, it also hosts events and concerts, but during Carnival season, the Marquês de Sapucaí transforms into the epicenter of one of the greatest shows on Earth.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tickets to watch the parade (as a spectator) are not included.
  • Carnival dates change every year, so it's important to check the calendar when planning your trip.
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