RIO DE JANEIRO
The standout days in Rio de Janeiro.
The 7 most popular show tours 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“Unforgettable experience! Wonderful singers, dancer and the band! Samba dancing experience to the stage. I wish they will start earlier, finished at 11pm.”
1.5-hour samba and Brazilian folklore show in Rio with a samba class, colorful costumes, bar, and a Carnival-style finale in Botafogo.
“Authentic songs and dances and drums recreating the history of Brazil. I would go to it again. It included great seats and one drink.”
A 2–3 hour Rio de Janeiro show of samba, bossa nova, forró, lambada, capoeira, and more, with hotel pickup and optional dinner.
“The Ginga Show in Rio exceeded all expectations! The dancers were incredible—non-stop energy, showcasing the rich culture and traditions of every region of Brazil through mesmerizing dance movements. You could feel the influence of Brazil’s diverse culture in every step. Even though we (a group of 13 people) were tired from a full day, no…”
Rio’s samba show with round-trip hotel transfer and optional churrascaria dinner, timed for an easy night out.
“The pick up as easy to arrange, but traffic was problematic - but it did not interfere with the show. The venue was a nice intro to Samba, but it was on the loud side. The performers were talented and show quite enjoyable. We were seated center stage, a few rows back, and the volume…”
Rio’s Ginga Tropical show pairs churrascaria dinner with regional dances from the Northeast Ziriguidum to Rio samba, with hotel transfers.
“Contrat non respecté. Le dîner pourtant payé n'a pas eu lieu. J'ai payé pour 450€. C'est à dire plus que la revue Moulin Rouge à Paris avec diner Ce spectacle ridicule de Ginga Tropical dans une petite salle de quartier avec une 10 zaine de danseurs dans une petite salle de quartier.. Inconfortable. Voys vous…”
Copacabana’s Roxy Dinner Show: Danilo Parah dinner, Bossa Nova, and Aquele Abraço dance with round-trip hotel transfer.
“Buen show. Deliciosa cena. Muchos bailarines y buenos cantantes pero cantar canciones a estilo pop y bailes como actuales no me gustó. como que esperaba algo más tracional o de bailes típicos Pero en general recomendable”
Copacabana’s Roxy dinner show pairs chef-led Brazilian dinner with live Bossa Nova and a tech-and-dance spectacle, plus hotel pickup.
From Corcovado to Copacabana, and every way to see the city in between.
