Top Brazil Arts & Design in 2026

Take a panoramic city tour through Downtown Rio, a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and by cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This full-day tour includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of Carnival during this tour of Cidade do Samba. On this outing, follow your guide on a tour of the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio's warehouse, one of Rio's top samba schools, where they store their outrageous costumes and grandiose parade floats. Toast to your insider's experience with a traditional caipirinha while you learn about the history and culture of the Carnival in Brazil. Brave visitors can even try on a few feathered costumes. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Participate in a 3-hour Brazilian percussion workshop in Salvador. Get to know the rhythms and beats that provide the backdrop for Bahia's famous Carnival celebrations. Listen to the music that is essential in the Samba de Roda and the Candomblé ceremony. Learn about the percussion's roots in the African continent and how the tradition has transformed in modern Brazil from your local guide and professional percussion teacher. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Avoid the hassle of route planning and discover the bustling city of Sao Paulo like a local on this private sightseeing tour by metro. Explore the city’s top landmarks, from the famous Paulista Avenue to the beautiful Sao Paulo Cathedral, and learn about the history of this multicultural city from your guide. Uncover stories of immigration, see where locals shop, admire the city’s unique architecture, and more.

Explore the vibrant Pinheiros neighborhood of São Paulo on this small-group excursion. This unique experience combines the best of local street art and diverse culinary delights. Discover captivating murals that tell stories of politics and community, then indulge in a flavorful journey sampling the area's eclectic cuisine so you can see how local tastes combine with global influences. The tour is offered in English and Portuguese.

On this bike tour of Brasilia, cover more ground than you could on foot and cycle to scenic spots inaccessible by car. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed capital of Brazil and learn the secrets behind Lucio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer’s masterpiece of urban planning and modern architecture. Bike along the Monumental Axis to Three Powers Square with plenty of stops to admire the city’s most famous landmarks along the way.

Carnaval is undoubtedly one of Latin America’s largest events, but it’s easy to miss the action among the crowds. This backstage experience at the Carnaval Factory gives you access to areas the public aren’t usually allowed in, so you can dress up in costumes, learn dance moves, and meet the professional dancers who participate in the parade for a samba class.

Through the Bike Tour of the Fátima Neighborhood and Church Unit, people will get to know the way of life of Brazilians and learn about the urban design designed by Lucio Costa, the city's inventor architect. We think mainly of people who already know the Monumental Axis and would like to know different places, see the life that Brazilians live and understand how it lives. By bike we travel impossible circuits to other vehicles and the perspective of the city is completely different.

During this private three-hour tour I will take you on an adventure to discover the charm of Salvador and its people, as we admire some of the Old Town's extraordinary treasures and surprising secrets, like its squares, churches, monuments, colonial houses, museums, art galleries, handicraft stores, restaurants and bars. Salvador has an unique combination of the Portuguese, local Indigenous People and African cultures. We are the result of this great mixture and I feel ready to make your trip the most enjoyable one.

Just like the airports in a big city, cruise terminals can also be very chaotic and finding rides once you arrive can be almost impossible. Secure your ride ahead of time by booking this Rio de Janeiro Private Transfer from Rio de Janeiro Cruise Port. This 1-way transfer into the city picks you right up at the Rio de Janeiro cruise port and take you to your Rio accommodation stress-free.

Explore the charming, cosmopolitan town of Búzios on this full-day trip from Rio de Janeiro. During this 13-hour outing, stroll through the center of Búzios on a guided tour to get oriented, then spend free time discovering the former fishing village's charms on your own. Opt to take a 2-hour cruise offshore which stops at several idyllic spots for swimming and relaxing. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels and a buffet lunch is provided.

Experience the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain without waiting in long ticket lines when you prebook your cable car ticket. Take in the views of Rio, the TIjuca Rainforest, Corcovado Mountain, and more as you ride from Vermelha Beach to Morro de Urca, and then on to Sugarloaf. Each mountain has attractions, shops, restaurants, and activities to enjoy—make a day out of it!

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Anyone can walk down Sao Paulo’s Paulista Avenue, but going along means missing out on historical and cultural anecdotes. Go with a private guide who provides context on everything you see and is there to answer any questions you may have. Learn about what the city was like before the concrete jungle of today, socio-economic developments over the last century, and much more.

Discover the art, history, and culture of the Paraisopolis favela on a private tour in Sao Paulo. This authentic half-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want to explore the city’s second-largest favela respectfully and safely. With your guide, you’ll meet local artists whose works represent the favela and its residents. You’ll also learn about locally-led social projects that work hard to improve life for people in Paraisopolis.

We have the best city tour in town! Professional and super competent guides! With one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, the city of Rio de Janeiro is fully deserving of the title of “Marvelous City”. With a unique geography, the city is surrounded by natural beauties that enchant everyone who knows it. Enjoy a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro visiting all the must-see attractions in a single day. The statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain, Escadaria Selarón, Maracanã Stadium, Sambadrome and Metropolitan Cathedral. The tour includes lunch at an all-you-can-eat steakhouse. The city manages to integrate in perfect harmony its Tijuca forest with its beautiful beaches and lagoons. Its welcoming and happy people provide an even more pleasant experience and make Rio one of the most sought after destinations in the world.

If you prefer to explore independently but like to hear the information provided by a guided tour, this self-guided audio tour is a great choice. Narrated by actors, the audio tour will make Imperial Rio come to life as you walk around the streets of downtown, past such landmarks as the Teatro Municipal Carlos Gomes and Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Se.

A unique immersion in Brazilian arts and design, from the modernist anthropophagy to contemporary arts and design. Visit museums and top galleries of the cosmopolitan metropolis that host one of the most vibrant arts scene in the world accompanied by a passionate, knowledgeable, highly educated and friendly guide. Please note that not all museums and galleries are open everyday, so the itinerary will be adapted to the day.

There’s so much to see in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed capital of Brasilia that it’s impossible to cover it all in one tour. On this bike tour, cycle along the western stretch of the Monumental Axis to visit parks and monuments that many travelers miss. Bike to scenic spots inaccessible by car and see Crystal Square, the JK Memorial, Sarah Kubitschek Park, and more.

Come and visit one of the most traditional courts in Rio de Janeiro. Samba is a musical genre considered one of the main manifestations of Carioca and Brazilian culture. This tour offers the opportunity to watch closely the rehearsals of the biggest Samba schools in Rio de Janeiro. In Rio de Janeiro, the samba school party starts long before the carnival. Rehearsals for the parade at the Sambadrome for groups A, B and Especial take place from the middle of the year and the school courts open the doors for revelers of all ages to heat up the tambourines. The court rehearsals bring together young people, the community, tourists and celebrities in crowded parties, where the battery queens and school muses tend to be a fixed presence.

Rio de Janeiro is much-loved by travelers for its sun, sand, and samba, but this tour takes you deeper into the city’s history and culture. Your guide will take you to the most important places in the city’s history of civil rights and immerse you in Afro-Brazilian culture and traditions while teaching you about the struggle for the abolition of slavery in Brazil. The tour concludes at a samba school where you will learn about the engaging dance form’s history of resistance.

Follow the voice of Priscila, a charming Carioca, who will lead you to one of the most famous beaches in the world, Ipanema beach. Starting from the best place in the city to watch the sunset, the "pedra do arpoador", you will learn about the origins and the musicians who invented Bossa Nova. During the walk you will hear that Priscila can not really sing, but she will try in a charming way to introduce you to some of the most famous Bossa Nova songs. The walk will take you to the Park of the Girl of Ipanema, where you will learn about the legend of the two brothers from the hill of Vidigal, who inspired Chico Duarte to write a song. Afterwards, you will learn more about the similarities between Bossa Nova and Samba, especially about the unique instruments. You will also discover the story of Tom Jombin while admiring his monument.

Rio de Janeiro is well known for the architectural legacy of Oscar Niemeyer. This guided full-day tour takes you deeper into the city's modern architectural heritage. Your guide leads you through the South Zone, where, alongside the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, you'll see landmark buildings and learn about their history. Hotel pickup is included for a hassle-free start to your day.

Welcome to the Wonderful City. During this amazing Santa Teresa Tour Experience, you will see the most charming parts of the city with a local and professional tour guide. This tour is ideal for people who are visiting Rio for the first time and have just one day to enjoy it all! A unique experience to know the historical and artistic side of Rio, with lots of colors, history, culture, art, and happiness! And. . . if you want I can create a customized tour for you in case you have special requests or if you are more than 3 people and require larger transportation. Round-trip transportation from Port Area/Hotel or Apartament is included.