Maracana Stadium & Cidade do Samba Tour
Description
The Maracana stands out as one of the globe's most renowned stadiums. Embark on a journey inside this legendary sports arena and uncover its fascinating past while participating in our engaging guided tour. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore the Cidade do Samba, the hub of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Description
At the designated time, we will collect you from your hotel in Rio de Janeiro and head towards the celebrated Maracana Stadium.
During our guided experience, we'll uncover the mysteries surrounding this temple of football, originally constructed for the World Cup of 1950. This was the event that witnessed the infamous "maracanazo," where Uruguay triumphed over Brazil in the final match. You will hear this and other captivating stories that outline the stadium's rich history.
As part of the tour, we will have the opportunity to explore the dressing rooms of the Maracana, decorated with jerseys from famous Brazilian teams. We will also visit the VIP box and the press room, giving you a taste of what it’s like to be a top football player or a leading coach!
After concluding the stadium tour, we will make our way to the vibrant heart of Rio de Janeiro's carnival, which may be either the Cidade do Samba or the Sambadrome, depending on what is accessible. Here, you will take part in a sightseeing excursion that reveals how Carnival is more than just a local celebration; it's a vital component of their cultural identity, filled with stories of the most significant parades held in the city.
In total, the experience will last around 4 hours, after which we will return you to the original meeting point.
Hotel Pickup
The tour includes pickup from hotels in the south zone (Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Leme, Botafogo, Flamengo) as well as the downtown area of Rio de Janeiro. If you are located in a different area, please inform us to arrange a suitable meeting place.
This service is also available from the cruise port.
Please Note
The planned itinerary may be subject to changes during Carnival festivities, and we will reach out to you to communicate any potential adjustments.
```What's included
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Minibus transport.
- Entry to Macarena stadium.
- English speaking guide.
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The tour includes pickup from hotels in the South Zone (Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Leme, Botafogo, and Flamengo) and the Downtown area (Centro) of Rio de Janeiro.
If you're staying in other areas, the local team will get in touch with you to establish an alternate meeting point.
Please note
- The day before, the local provider will contact you to arrange the hotel pickup time. It is very important that you check your email and WhatsApp. If you prefer, you can also contact the provider to check this information the night before. We recommend being ready at the hotel reception 10 minutes before the indicated time.
- The itinerary may be affected during Carnival celebrations, in which case the local provider will contact you to inform you of possible changes.
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