Rio By Night Private Tour: Experience Music, Dancing, Drinks and Local Culture

4.8 (21 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Have fun combining Rio's bustling nightlife with incredible sceneries.

Have a drink and get amazing views by visiting a bar on top of a tall building that allows you to see the Rio skyline from afar, including boats in the bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and a few surprises.

And then head to the effervescent bohemian neighborhood of Lapa, which is the busiest area of the city every day. Enjoy funky and quirky bars and culture at the epicenter of samba, arguably the best area to dance, drink and mingle with party lovers and experience the best that Rio's bars and clubs have to offer.

Take advantage of the one-on-one experience of our private and personalized tour to create your own tour as your guide offers practical tips on where to go and what to do.

Choose from several bars and clubs to explore at your convenience. See below in the "what to expect" section for a list of four great bars and recommended clubs to guide you in planning your time with us.

Options

Monday Special Deal

Only for hotel pickups at 8pm: Enjoy the exact same private tour experience at a special Monday reduced rate. Available only on Mondays at 8:00pm
Pickup included

Standard Private Tour

Pickup included

What's included

  • VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport Greet & Meet service.
  • Professional licensed private tour guide.
  • Entrance for one (1) of the clubs described in the "what to expect section".
  • Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotels and airports.(Within the city of Rio)
  • One (1) drink at the Urca Bar and one portion of snacks per person.
  • Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
  • Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people. Otherwise, the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
  • Entrance fees for places not described in the "inclusion section".
  • Meals and drinks not described in the "inclusion section".
  • Tips. (optional)

What to expect

  1. 30m
    Have a drink and get amazing views by visiting a bar on top of a tall building that allows you to see the Rio skyline from afar, including boats in the bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and a few surprises.
  2. Urca Beach
    40m
    "Urca Bar" - Urca / Daily
    Visit Urca Bar that combines the coldest bottled beer in Rio with tasty traditional snacks and quality of services with a privileged view on the banks of the Guanabara Bay. All that made the Bar Urca a popular meeting place to enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in Rio and led to its recognition as Cultural Heritage in Rio de Janeiro, a title granted 2012.

    It's included a drink and portion of snacks.
  3. 30m
    After having a drink seeing great views of Rio and Guanabara Bay, head to Lapa neighborhood. It’s an area known for its energetic bohemian vibe, day and nighttime. It’s the epicenter of the city's music scene, with an abundance of bars and clubs hosting local samba and forró bands.

    See below four recommendations of great bars and clubs to guide you on planing your time in Lapa with our guide. It’s included in the price the entrance of one (1) club.
  4. 10m · Admission ticket not included
    "Baródromo Bar" - Lapa Neighborhood / Tuesday to Saturday
    The samba school fantasies impress at the entrance. Banners and thematic paintings are part of the decoration of the 300 square meter bar.

    The first hall receives popular samba shows from Tuesday to Saturday. On the other hand, the outdoor area is aimed at those who want to snack, drink and chat without disturbing or being disturbed. The draft beer and the beers go very well with the "tapioca dices" or "moqueca" snacks.
  5. Bar Carioca da Gema
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    "Carioca da Gema Bar" - Lapa Neighborhood / Daily

    Why wait until the weekend? At the Carioca da Gema club in Lapa, there is a party every night. There, bands play samba for a small audience, but very lively. The exposed brick walls and the small stage give a cozy feeling.

    It is a place for those who love to dance, but there is also an airy balcony to relax a little. If you're hungry, you can also stop by at the bar and pizza place on the first floor.
  6. Clube dos Democraticos
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    "Clube dos Democráticos" - Lapa Neighborhood / Monday to Saturday

    "Clube dos Democráticos" is a perfect home for those who love to dance close together and show their steps around the room. No matter how many times you go back there, it will look like it stopped in time. The immense dance hall makes the visitor to travel to the beginning of the 19th century. Some may even say that the place could be renovated, but many think that this is really its charm. For the less experienced, it is worth sitting and watching the most keen couples in the dance. But don't be surprised if someone invites you to an improvised dance.
  7. Rio Scenarium
    3h · Admission ticket included
    "Rio Scenarium" - Lapa / Wednesday to Sunday
    A magical nineteenth century mansion known worldwide for its decoration with a wide collection of ancient furniture, objects, music and food. Visitors can enjoy excellent Brazilian music in seven different environments, spread over three floors, and taste personalized drinks with the best of the Brazilian cuisine.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

PICK-UP INFORMATION:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio.
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
• As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
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AIRPORTS / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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