Top Rio de Janeiro Beer & Brewery Tours

his isn’t your average pub crawl — it’s a night inside Rio’s true party soul. Guided by Carol, a local mixologist and storyteller, you’ll explore five iconic bars across Lapa, each one revealing a new flavor, rhythm, and local ritual. From craft beers to fruit-infused caipirinhas, every stop blends traditional Brazilian bites with the city’s electric energy. Between bars, you’ll pass landmarks like the Selarón Steps and Lapa Arches, meeting fellow travelers and locals along the way. It’s a night that fuses iconic landmarks, local flavors, and real connection, half sightseeing, half celebration. Expect laughter, drinks that tell stories, and a social vibe that turns strangers into friends. You’ll even take home a Cook in Rio souvenir shot glass — and our Five-Star Guarantee: if it’s not five-star, you don’t pay for four.

Have the special opportunity to see a futebol (soccer) game at Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Maracanã Stadium, and leave all the logistics to someone else for a hassle-free experience. This guided experience makes seeing the local Fluminense team play simple. Admission tickets are included in the tour cost; once inside the stadium, soak up the atmosphere and benefit from your guide’s local knowledge as you watch the game.

Named after the last Emperor of Brazil, Pedro II, Petrópolis was the favored summer residence for Brazil’s emperors and elites in the 19th-century. A great way to delve deeper into Brazil’s history, this full-day group tour from Rio offers visitors the chance to discover this fascinating city for themselves, with guided sightseeing trips of the old imperial palace—which is now a museum—and many other historical sights, including a behind-the-scenes tour of Brazil’s first brewery.

Explore beyond Rio de Janeiro city limits—and discover one of the region's most striking destinations—on this full-day trip to Petrópolis, a city built as a summer residence for Brazil's emperors. You'll get to discover cultural highlights ranging from the Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace to the city's cathedral, with admission tickets all included. Then, cap off your excursions with lunch and a brewery visit and tasting tour.

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Visit the islands of Angra do Reis aboard a boat on this excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Relax as the boat sails through the deep blue waters and you watch the vibrant green of the Atlantic forest pass by on the shoreline. Get a chance to interact with some local dolphins and participate in water sports (own expense). Disembark on some of the small islands to explore the beaches, shop the open-air markets for local handicrafts and sidle up to one of the beach bars for a drink. Lunch on board the boat and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels are included.

Eat your way through Rio de Janeiro and sample Brazil’s diverse array of cuisine on an all-inclusive food tour. Try everything from street food to local snacks, and of course, barbecued meats.The tour is paced thoughtfully so you can minimize food waste and try several dishes without filling up too early on.

Get an inside peek at local life in Rio de Janeiro. This private walking tour takes you through the streets of downtown Rio and into some of the city's most atmospheric bohemian bars. Dive deeper into Rio's unique cultural heritage as you sip cold beers, listen to stories, and see some of the top downtown sights, including Cinelândia and Lapa's Selarón Staircase.

Experience Rio’s nightlife like a local on a curated night out through the city’s most vibrant cultural spots. Start at Beco do Rato with live samba, drinks, and a lively atmosphere—perfect for meeting the group and setting the tone. Then enjoy a smooth private transfer to Bafo da Prainha, where the energy builds with music, drinks, and a fun social vibe. Continue to Pedra do Sal, one of Rio’s most iconic nightlife spots, for authentic street samba, dancing, and an unforgettable atmosphere. End the night with Baile Charme, where R&B music keeps the party going until late. A seamless, social, and truly local Rio night—just show up and enjoy. by @rioexplore