Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport
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Is Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport worth booking?
Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport is a 6-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $750 per person. It scores 38 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 22 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 38 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (22)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $750 per person
Revel in the all-night excitement of Rio de Janeiro’s annual Carnival (Carnaval) parade, famous throughout Brazil – and the rest of the world – for its energetic samba dancers and flamboyant costumes! With a ticket to a
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from most hotels located in Rio's South Zone (if option selected)
- Tickets to Carnaval Parade at Marques de Sapucaí.
About this experience
Revel in the all-night excitement of Rio de Janeiro’s annual Carnival (Carnaval) parade, famous throughout Brazil – and the rest of the world – for its energetic samba dancers and flamboyant costumes! With a ticket to a numbered seat in Sector 9 of the Sambadrome (Sambodromo), or Sector 5 or 7, you’ll have a great view of the samba schools as they show off their drummers, dancers and enormous parade floats. Watch different samba schools compete on one of four nights (your choice), with optional round-trip hotel transport.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from most hotels located in Rio's South Zone (if option selected)
- Tickets to Carnaval Parade at Marques de Sapucaí.
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
What you'll see and do
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival takes place during four nights each year when the local (samba schools) compete by parading through the open-air Sambodrome, a 3,000-foot (700-meter) avenue with grandstand seats rising from each side. When you arrive at the entrance with your pre-booked ticket, take your allocated seat in Sector 9 (if option selected) and get ready to partake in one of the biggest celebrations on Earth. Watch fireworks light up the sky and enjoy the excellent view of the parading dancers, percussionists and elaborate floats, along with 90,000 other spectators! Around 4,000 participants from each samba school prepare themed songs, dances, costumes and floats all year to compete for Carnival titles and cash prizes. From 9pm until early morning, you’ll see six schools pass through – each taking about an hour – as they convince the crowd that their performance is the best. At the end of the parade, your night ends either at the Sambadrome or with hotel drop-off, if selected.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Rua Marques de Sapucai, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, 20220-007, Brazil
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai · Rua Marques de Sapucai, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, 20220-007, Brazil
Options you can book
Ticket and Transfer - Sector 9
Assigned seats: This sector disposes of bilingual guide and assigned seats Transportation included: Ticket to the Carnival parade - Sector 9, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
Ticket Only - Sector 9
Assigned seats: This sector disposes of bilingual guide and assigned seats Transportation not included: Ticket to the Carnival parade only - Sector 9.
Ticket Only - Sector 5
Transportation not included: Ticket to the Carnival parade only - Sector 5. (more in the middle of the Sambadrome, but with a good view of the parade)
Ticket Only - Sector 7
Transportation not included: Ticket to the Carnival parade only - Sector 7. (more in the middle of the Sambadrome, but with a good view of the parade)
Ticket and Transfer - Sector 5
Transportation included: Ticket to the Carnival parade - Sector 5, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
Ticket Only - Sector 3
Transportation not included: Ticket to the Carnival parade only - Sector 3 (near the beginning of the Parade and near the first Samba Drums retreat)
Ticket and Transfer - Sector 3
Transportation included: Ticket to the Carnival parade - Sector 3, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
Ticket and Transfer - Sector 7
Transportation included: Ticket to the Carnival parade - Sector 7, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line Brazil
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pay atention for different options: Ticket and transportation included OR Ticket only
- This product is non-refundable
- Pick ups for options that include transportation 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..
- The customer must be in the lobby at the start of the hour of the selected time slot. He will be droped off at a point and must return to the same point for the return transfer that will take place at the final of each Samba School parade.
- If you do not inform our team of your desired pick up time, then we will assign you for the first available pick up time, from your hotel or closest pick up location
- Final exact times will be advised exactly when you collect your tickets as per voucher instructions, but you must select your pick up time before then. Remember you need collect your credentials for the bus transportation and/or ticket to the Parade.
- For return, buses will depart from the same spot where you were dropped off at the end of each parade.
- Please see departure and drop off points. If your hotel is not listed, you will have to go to one of these locations. The exact alternate point will be settle when you collect your bus credentials and tickets.
- Guides available only during transportation.
- Children under 5 years of age are not allowed.
- Please be aware that we offer seats for different Sectors (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.
- In Sector 9 you can catch the best views from the cars and dancers passing by. This sector has marked places and bilingual attendants.
- Sector 3 is 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.
- Departure Point: Select Rio de Janeiro hotels, if option selected; please see the full list on the View Additional Info tab. If transport is not selected, make your own way to the Sambadrome Directions: Exact times will be advised when you collect your tickets as per voucher instructions. At that time, you will need to choose a time and pickup point, as well as collect your credentials for bus transportation (if option selected) and ticket to the Parade. Hotel drop-off: Buses will depart from the same spot where you were dropped off at the end of each parade.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $750 to $2700
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gray Line Brazil, who run 56 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.4.
See everything Gray Line Brazil runsWhy this scores 38
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Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport cost?
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Prices start at $750 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.
Is Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 38 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable nightlife in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Ticket with Optional Transport start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
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On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included, Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves, Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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