[2025 Rio de Janeiro Attraction] Travel Guide for Sambadrome Marques de Sapucai (Updated Jul)

[Rio Carnival | The world's largest festival of sound, light and color 🎉] — A festival of overwhelming energy that instantly transforms Rio into the "world's best party venue" — 📍[Location/Period] City center of Rio de Janeiro and Sambadromo (Marquês de Sapucaí) The main period in 2025 is February 28th to March 8th, but the bloco (city costume parade) starts every December and the grand excitement continues   ⸻ ✨Recommended points • Sambadromo main parade: A huge event where samba schools (about 70 schools) from all over the world compete in color and rhythm! • Street bloco festival: Anyone can participate in Cordão da Bola Preta, Banda de Ipanema, etc. The whole of Rio becomes a dance floor  • Glittering costumes and floats: Gorgeous and intricate costumes and floats add to the excitement. The Samba queens are a sight to behold  • Cultural depth: The origins of the carnival date back to the 18th century, the traditional Portuguese event “Entrudo”, and the history of samba schools was fully formed in the 1930s  ⸻ 🎒 Tips • Book tickets early for the Sambadromo (basic seats range from 25 USD to over 1,000 USD for VIP seats)  • Free to participate in the streets. Many “Bloco” appear from day to night  • Safety is important! Keep valuables to a minimum. Use public transport to secure your way home • The sun and UV rays are strong, so a sunscreen hat is a must. Be sure to take precautions against moisture and insects. ⸻ #RioCarnival #RioCarnival #AbsolutelyFreeTrip

Rio de Janeiro Carnival is the world's largest festival, attracting tourists from all over the world. Held every year around February, it is a major event where samba teams compete in a glamorous and serious manner. At the main venue, the Sambódromo, huge floats, glittering costumes, and powerful drums reverberate through the night. The parade takes place all night long, continuing until dawn. The energy and scale of the event are beyond imagination, and the power and number of attendees are so great that the word "festival" does not quite sum it up. ⸻ 📍Location Sambódromo Marquês de Sapucaí, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Accessible from the city center (metro/taxi/private bus) 🕰️Event period February to March every year (varies depending on the year) / Event period is about one week *The climax is the "Special Group" parade (2 consecutive nights) 💸Estimated cost ・ Viewing ticket: Stand seats Around 150-600 reals (varies depending on location) ・Tours with float participation and costume experience are charged separately ・You will be staying from late night to dawn, so it is safe to purchase tickets with transportation ⸻ 🌟Points ・The stage where serious samba is performed as a "competition" is overwhelming ・Even outside the venue, blocos (street parties) are held all over the city, and the festival mood is all day long ・It is an event that tests your physical strength, so be sure to rest well the day before / bring water and snacks with you ◎ ・Security is strict, but it is essential to manage your valuables to prevent crowds ⸻ #RioCarnival #CarnavalDoRio #BrazilTrip #SambaFestival #World'sLargestFestival #SouthAmericaExperience #AroundTheWorld

Escape the cold this winter and enjoy the sun and passion of Brazil! This 4-day itinerary will take you on a tour of South America. Save it now! -- Brazil, the home of soccer and the birthplace of Carnival! 🎉 Explore the Amazon rainforest and experience the mysterious charm of nature. 🌳 Stroll through Rio de Janeiro and enjoy the sun, beaches, and passionate samba! 🌴💃 -- 🌟 Itinerary: DAY 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro Check into your hotel and enjoy some free time before your exciting trip to Brazil! DAY 2: Explore Rio Christ the Redeemer -> Maracanã Stadium -> Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí -> Copacabana Beach -> Ipanema Beach Visit Rio's iconic attractions and experience the unique charm and cultural atmosphere of the city. DAY 3: Cultural Tour Selarón Steps -> Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro -> Naval Museum -> Museum of Tomorrow -> Sugarloaf Mountain Learn about the history and culture of Rio. Each attraction has a rich story to tell. DAY 4: Farewell to Rio End your unforgettable trip and set off on your next adventure with fond memories! 👋 -- Attraction Recommendations: ✨ Christ the Redeemer: This world-famous giant statue is not only a symbol of Brazil but also of Rio. A must-see in Brazil! 🏖️ Copacabana Beach: With its blue waters and clean sand, you can also see beach volleyball and soccer fields. A great place to enjoy the sun and waves! 💒 Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro: The symmetrical stained glass windows on all sides look like a staircase to heaven, giving a sense of peace and sanctity. 🏔️ Sugarloaf Mountain: Want to see all of Rio? This is the place to be! The view from the top of the mountain will amaze you. -- 🧳 Travel Preparation: Brazil Travel Essentials 📞 Communication: Buy a local SIM card to stay in touch and avoid getting lost. 🔌 Electronics: Bring a plug adapter, as Brazilian outlets may be different from those at home. 🪪 Documents: Prepare your passport and visa. It's important to have proof of identity when traveling. 👕 Clothing: January in Brazil is relatively cool, so bring a light jacket and long pants for a comfortable trip. -- Enjoy the exotic charm of Brazil and don't forget to leave your footprints and stories! 🌴✨