Top Brazil Classes & Workshops

Discover the flavors of Brazil through a guided tasting session designed to go beyond surface-level tourism. This small-group experience introduces you to 34 local foods and drinks, explained in context by a knowledgeable local host. Instead of just eating, you’ll understand how, when, and why locals enjoy these foods in their daily lives. - Learn more about Brazilian cuisine than by eating out alone. - Small group for a personal, social experience - Ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, and culture seekers - All tastings and drinks included

Discover Brazilian cuisine with this hands-on cooking class in Copacabana. Immerse yourself in Brazilian culture as you learn to make traditional dishes such as feijoada, seafood moqueca, and brigadeiro. Find out the history of each dish, practice local cooking techniques, then enjoy your 3-course homecooked dinner with a homemade caipirinha and coconut shake.

Party and eat like a local at an authentic family-style Brazilian barbecue in Rio de Janeiro. Learn about local cuts of meat and make two quintessential Brazilian side dishes. The informal class structure allows more socialization instead of focusing strictly on cooking—and people who don’t like to cook can learn to make drinks instead.

Enjoy a flexible, fully customized way to experience Rio de Janeiro—and opt to visit the sights that interest you most—on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Traveling aboard a private vehicle makes getting around seamless. Choose to stop at major landmarks including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the Selaron Steps (admission tickets own expense). You can also explore the historic city center, visit Tijuca Forest, or discover bohemian Santa Teresa.

Pub Crawl in Lapa with Premium Cachaça and Live Samba Prepare to experience the Californian night as a real place — with safety, authenticity and plenty of energy. With more than 10 years of experience in tourism and night entertainment, we offer much more than just visiting bars: we guide you through an immersive cultural experience in the bohemian heart of Rio. The tour includes a visit to 2 traditional bars with live samba, guided tasting of 5 premium cachaças, a 500ml Brazilian caipirinha and stop at the iconic Escadaria Selarón for amazing photos. We finished the evening in a Carioca boat for you to dance like the locals. We work with controlled groups to ensure real integration, comfort and individual attention. Before the tour, we send you all the detailed instructions and offer full support during the experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples and groups of friends who want to live Lapa with safety, organization and real fun.

Attention all sporting lovers - this ticket is for you! Suitable for all group sizes, get access to one Brazil’s four famous and most loved football stadiums. Regardless of whether you’re a football fan, one shouldn’t miss the opportunity to feel the atmosphere of a live Brazilian football match and make some memories.

Taste 15 exotic fruits, explore a local market with a native guide by your side, and discover stories and fun facts about each of the fruits and the local culture. This experience turns a simple walk into a journey across Brazil’s regions, from the Amazon to the Atlantic coast, through fruits you’ve likely never seen before and probably won't see outside of Latin America. Taste, touch, and learn about 15–20 exotic fruits as your guide opens each one for you to try, from pitanga and cashew apple to bold cupuaçu and jabuticaba. You’ll also discover how they use them in juices, desserts, and cocktails, while picking up fun tips to recognize and choose them like a true carioca. The experience ends with a stop at a nearby café for gourmet coffee, rum, or chocolate, the perfect finish to your morning of flavors, photos, and laughter. Small groups only. All tastings included. Five-Star Guarantee: if it’s not five-star, you don’t pay for four.

Ride through Tijuca National Park's rainforest in an open-top Jeep during this half-day trip from Rio. During guided eco-tour, hike through the forest to spot sloths, butterflies, monkeys, and birds. Enjoy panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) and marvel at the fact that this section of the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) is just 10 minutes outside the city limits. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

This experience is intentionally small, slow, and personal — more like being welcomed into a private studio than attending a class. It blends herbal practice with a creative, sensory approach, allowing you to connect with plants through touch, scent, and making. The space itself is part of the experience: quiet, layered, and designed to feel grounding and restorative in the middle of São Paulo.

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.

Experience the thrill of climbing Rio’s iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain with routes tailored to your skill level. Whether it’s your first time rock climbing or you’re advanced, choose from beginner-friendly top-rope to challenging multi-pitch climbs, with full instruction and professional gear provided. Enjoy a fun and safe urban rock climbing challenge with a certified instructor, plus included cable car descent tickets and fantastic views of the famous landmark.

Experience one of the world’s largest waterfalls, Iguazu Falls, on this small-group tour to the Brazilian side. Depart from your hotel in Foz do Iguassu, Brazil, and head to the national park entrance. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the Brazilian side of the falls with views of the Argentinian side, which has 75% of the system.

This isn’t a restaurant tour, it’s a journey through Rio’s real neighborhoods, where every corner tells a story and every bite carries a piece of Brazil’s soul. Led by passionate locals, you’ll walk from the beaches of Ipanema to the buzzing streets of downtown, tasting more than 15 foods and drinks that define carioca life, from golden coxinhas and Amazonian açaí to fresh pastel and cold draft beer. At each stop, your guide reveals the history, people, and traditions behind the food, the kind of stories you won’t find on Google or inside a restaurant. It’s cultural discovery disguised as pure fun, perfect for couples, solo travelers, and curious foodies who want to explore deeper. After this half-day experience, you’ll leave not just full, but enriched, carrying home memories, flavors, and a genuine understanding of Rio’s culture because you didn’t just hear about it — you lived it! We guarantee this experience will be five stars, and if it’s not, we’ll give you your money back.

This experience is the perfect shortcut to understanding Brazil’s culinary soul. Every item has been carefully selected to show a different angle of the country’s complex food culture, rooted in Indigenous, African, Portuguese, and immigrant traditions. You'll leave satisfied, inspired, and equipped with real knowledge to keep tasting São Paulo with confidence. Highlights: Savor up to 34 distinct Brazilian flavors from Afro-Brazilian classics to modern street food. Enjoy a curated tasting experience led by a food-savvy local with insider knowledge. Discover the cultural stories behind each dish, drink, or ingredient. Get real travel tips and foodie hacks to enjoy the rest of your stay like a true paulistano.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Brazil during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and traditional techniques of Brazilian comfort food as your instructor guides you step-by-step. Get your hands dirty preparing iconic recipes—from garlic rice to buttery farofa and picanha steak - while sipping on a refreshing caipirinha. Enjoy a true taste of Brazil beyond the restaurant scene as you cook, learn, laugh, and connect with locals. - Learn more about Brazilian cuisine than you would just eating out - Small group size allows for a more personalized, hands-on experience - Ideal for foodies or anyone who loves to create in the kitchen - Enjoy unlimited caipirinhas or tropical mocktails while you cook

You will have the opportunity to participate in a samba lesson with a queen of Rio carnival. Unique experience. The course is accessible for all levels.

My samba classes are super fun, high energy and a great cardio workout while learning about brazilian culture. You can meet new people, take a class alone or with a group, and get ready to dance at the SAMBA parties in town!

Ride the waves and experience some of the best swell on Geribá Beach during a small-group surfing lesson tailored to your ability. Enjoy personalized tips and tricks to help maximize your skills while taking in the stunning coastal scenery.

Train at the first Capoeira school in Brazil Learn the basic movements, attacks, and defenses Discover the history and cultural importance of Capoeira Beginner-friendly — no experience required Experience Afro-Brazilian culture in the heart of Salvador

Yoga classes in Barra da Tijuca offer a unique blend of tranquility and natural beauty, set against the backdrop of Rio’s stunning coastline. Located near iconic beaches and lush green spaces, these classes allow you to reconnect with your body and mind while surrounded by nature's serene landscape. Whether you're practicing on the sand or in a peaceful studio, the atmosphere promotes a deep sense of relaxation and mindfulness. Ideal for wellness seekers, adventure lovers, or anyone looking to unwind, these yoga sessions help participants release stress, improve flexibility, and enhance their mental clarity. It's a perfect experience for solo travelers, couples, or families who want to explore a more holistic and peaceful side of Rio de Janeiro. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, these classes provide expert guidance, helping you deepen your practice and find balance in one of the world's most vibrant cities.

Experience the beauty of Rio with a creative twist as you combine stunning views and artistic expression. Our watercolor class is suitable for both beginners and art enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to learn a new skill in a unique setting. As you paint, you'll have the chance to create a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home, capturing the essence of this extraordinary experience.

There’s no better place to learn to samba than in its birthplace. Join an instructor and a small group for an immersive dance class with step-by-step guidance, perfect for any skill level. Get a taste of Brazilian culture straight from the source and learn to move with the vibrant rhythms.

This isn’t your average cooking class — it’s a joyful, boozy dive into Brazil’s most soulful flavors, led by a passionate local host. As the scent of garlic, coconut milk and sizzling cheese fills the air, you’ll prepare iconic dishes like creamy moqueca (with shrimp or fish), crispy cassava fries, pão de queijo, and golden cheese pastéis. Unlimited caipirinhas made with tropical fruits like passionfruit and cashew juice keep spirits high as you chop, fry and taste your way through Brazil’s culinary heritage. With music playing and new friends around the table, you’ll finish with a toast of sweet Amazonian fruit liquor or a handmade brigadeiro — and a heart full of stories.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Maracanã Stadium during this guided tour. Explore the stadium, renovated for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, check out the locker rooms. Sit on the team bench where greats like Pele rested after he scored his thousandth goal. Listen as your guide tells tales of legendary matches like Brazil's devastating loss in the 1950 World Cup. Round-trip climate-controlled transportation from most Rio hotels is included. (if option is selected)