Rio de Janeiro: Join a Botafogo soccer game with transport

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

Take part in a quintessential Rio de Janeiro experience, without navigating linguistic, cultural, or logistical barriers. This game day experience takes you to see Botafogo FR play at their home stadium, Nilton Santos. Your local host provides insider stories and teaches you the all-important chants for an authentic experience most travelers miss. Food, drinks, and snacks are not included.

Secure game tickets without having to navigate sellers
Your guide leads a local pre-match walk to stadium statues
Personalized experience: Ask your guide all your burning questions
Experience the energy of Botafogo fans at Nilton Santos Stadium

What's Included

Botafogo match ticket (Long Side)
A local pre-match experience including a walk to the stadium statues
Personalized accompaniment throughout the experience
Homefans experienced Local Host
Private transportation

Snacks

Food and drinks are not included.
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Av. Atlântica, 1702 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22021-001, Brazil

Pickup details

Your host will text you the exact meeting time through WhatsApp before the matchday takes place.

Operating hours
.12:00 pm

What To Expect

Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Facial recognition required for tickets
This experience involves walking, and therefore may not be suitable for travelers with limited mobility or difficulty walking

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 16 reviews

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A must do in Rio!

C_T, May 2026

I had an incredible time, this is an absolute must do for anyone going to Rio! I met up with Matheus at our pickup point and had about an hour van ride towards the stadium. Before the game Matheus took us to a bar and covered the first round of drinks as well! There we met up with our other guide Mari who is also wonderful. For my English Speakers both of them are very fluent in the language and were very accommodating. After the team won the ultras (super fans) walked down the concourse playing music and celebrating; that may have been my favorite part of my entire trip to Rio. The atmosphere was incredible and this experience took me to a part of Rio that I would have never explored otherwise. I will certainly book this again when I return!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are really happy to hear that you had such a great time during the experience. We hope to see you again soon!

1st time in Rio for a football fan

Aaron_D, Nov 2025

It was an amazing time. I got the full Brazilian fan experience. The tour guide ensured that we got a chance to congregate with the other fans prior to the match. Once inside, our seats were in the supporters section. That meant 90 minutes of standing, singing, and clapping while watching the match. After the match we made our way to the van, for a smooth ride back to the hotel. It was everything that I hoped for and I would gladly book this on every future trip to Rio.

Botafogo vs Flamengo game

Stan_K, Aug 2024

We had a great experience with the local Botafogo fans. Our guide, Mari, was the greatest guide ever. She showed us around and we had so much fun! A+

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Thank you for your review! We are happy that you had a great time with Mari. Looking forward to welcoming you again in the near future!

Wonderful experience

Daniel_C, Feb 2024

Matheus was incredible. This experience was more than a futbol match. It was a dive into the culture of Botofogo fans. Matheus not only cares about the tour but cares about your individual experience. He was attentive and had great energy. We’ve done some great things in Rio but this was our favorite.