Brazil · NIGHTLIFE
Good nightlife experiences fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Lapa nightlife with cachaça tastings, a free caipirinha, live samba, local bars, and a Rio nightclub for $33.
“We really enjoyed the Samba crawl - the clubs were cool - the music was great - the guides were nice - and we got to mix it up with the locals - something we probably wouldn’t have done on our own”
Explore Rio’s Lapa with samba, cachaça, local bars, live music, and a welcoming international group on this four-hour night tour.
“Great way to meet a fun group in Rio and experience Lapa with the comfort of a local guide! We went on a slow night and it was still a blast, so it’s also a way to spend one of the slower weekday nights out on the town! Everything was explained clearly and meetup/movement between bars was easy!”
Review of Rio’s Lapa pub crawl, with samba, cachaça, live music, club entry, practical tips, costs, timing, and honest drawbacks.
“What a great experience and highly recommend. Our guides, Marc and Julia, were fantastic. They took our group to a few live music bars and a few clubs. You’ll get to go to some great spots that you wouldn’t know about otherwise. 10 of 10!”
Review of São Paulo's Vila Madalena bar crawl, with open-bar games, samba, funk, caipirinha, price, timing, and booking tips.
“By far one of the best experiences I’ve ever had with some of the nicest people I have ever met. The drinking games were fun, Pétala & Rodrigo were amazing host. I will definitely be rescheduling another night out before I leave. Highly recommend.”
Explore Rio after dark with guided stops in Lapa, clubs, live music, and possible favela shows, with transport and entry fees included.
“The guide took us to local bars that we probably wouldn't have felt safe exploring alone. The guide tailored the experience to our preferences. The pubs were lively, featuring live classical Brazilian music. We ended the night at a nightclub, finishing early around 11:30 PM. We found it strange that we were the only ones with the guide. We had expected to share the experience with other tourists.”
Explore São Paulo nightlife with Faical, from Paulista Avenue rooftops to Vila Madalena, live music, caipirinhas, and local bars.
“The tour was scheduled for the Christmas Day, months in advance, and confirmed. On the day of the tour, we got contacted by the "Guide" who pretty much stated that it was Xmas, and everything was closed, and instead of visiting the bars and vila 567 and rooftop, to instead go to a barbecue party. Really??? Because it was Christmas. Really??? Didn't you know about it ahead of time???? And then although he was supposed to pick us up at the hotel, he said we should go to Paulista Ave on our own. Really??? It stated our pick up point at the hotel right there on our voucher... Terrible, wasted…”
See São Paulo after dark on a private five-hour tour with Vila Madalena nightlife, Paulista Avenue, rooftop views, Ibirapuera Park, and Centro.
“I was in Sao Paulo at a time a bit problematic for the city. With demonstrations and homeless people pretty much everywhere. With all that, Laura, my guide, managed to show me what Sao Paulo has the best! I had such a great time! Laura knows who is who and all the places up and coming.”
Review of São Paulo’s Pinheiros pub crawl, with unlimited beer, a cocktail-bar shot, karaoke, DJs, pricing, timing, and booking advice.
“It was nice but probably too expensive for the services offered. It could have had more variety and options.”
Explore São Paulo after dark with rooftop cocktails, speakeasies, live music, clubs, street food, and private transport.
“We had an unforgettable time on the tour with Vini! The mix of rooftop views, hidden gems, and diverse bars made it an incredible experience. Each stop had its own unique charm, whether it was savoring craft cocktails under the stars, enjoying live music in an upbeat venue, or enjoying some local food. The variety was amazing, and we felt like we got a true taste of São Paulo's nightlife scene. Cheers to an incredible guide and an unforgettable night!”
Explore São Paulo in one day with a rooftop view, metro rides, historic sights, Beco do Batman, samba, pagode, and VIP nightlife access.
Explore Rio nightlife with Simone Tours, from samba and live percussion to clubs, street parties, restaurants, and Bossa Nova.
Review of Rio’s Lapa pub crawl with samba, caipifruta, street food, hotel transfers, and a guided walk through the city’s nightlife district.
Explore Salvador nightlife with a private-minded guide, three local bars, Brazilian drinks, culture, and a flexible three-hour evening.
Join a small-group São Paulo pub crawl for caipirinhas, live music, games, VIP bar entry, and a late-night club finish.
“It was fun, meeting people from all over the world and having drinks is a really good adventure.”
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