RIO DE JANEIRO
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The 9 most popular samba & folklore shows in Rio de Janeiro. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
Catch Rio’s Carnival vibe at Ginga Tropical in Teatro Fashion Mall, with a samba class, live band, and a photo moment.
Most Popular“Amazing experience! If you are in Rio you have to come see this”
1.5-hour samba and Brazilian folklore show in Rio with a samba class, colorful costumes, bar, and a Carnival-style finale in Botafogo.
“We went to this show on our last night in Rio de Janeiro. The costumes were very colourful. It was a very good show.”
Pedra do Sal live samba night in Rio. Learn Little Africa history, meet locals, and sip a welcome drink with an English guide in 150 minutes.
Beginner-friendly samba class in a studio, then a guided samba night in Rio with transfers, fast-track entry, and live music.
A 2–3 hour Rio de Janeiro show of samba, bossa nova, forró, lambada, capoeira, and more, with hotel pickup and optional dinner.
“🚫 Total Scam Experience – Do NOT Book This Show!”
Live samba at Pedra do Sal in Rio’s Little Africa, with guided history, step-by-step dancing, and a welcome drink in a small group.
“Such a fun night and one I’m so happy”
Rio’s samba show with round-trip hotel transfer and optional churrascaria dinner, timed for an easy night out.
“The show was good but the buffet was not. The meat was overcooked and drink was not included.”
4 hours of Little Africa history and real Monday street samba at Pedra do Sal, with a welcome caipirinha included for $42.
“Excelente actividad!! Escuchar la samba tradicional en vivo y en su ambiente autóctono es una gran experiencia. Nuestro guía Bruno nos guió y acompañó en toda la actividad de la mejor manera. 100% recomendable.”
Rio’s Ginga Tropical show pairs churrascaria dinner with regional dances from the Northeast Ziriguidum to Rio samba, with hotel transfers.
“Muy lindo show. Variado en estilo de danzas y muy buena vestimenta.”
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