Get in the parade
Join a samba group and rent a costume for the grand parade.
Party with a bloco
Hundreds of street parties carry on during Carnival, so if you’re not in one of the traditional venues, don’t worry, there’s a party just around the corner.
The best view of the parade is from the grandstand
Book tickets in advance or show up late to avoid high prices from scalpers.
Attend a masquerade ball
The Scalas are the most elegant of Rio’s parties. Book tickets and costume rentals in advance.
Bahia, Olinda and Paraty
are other fantastic Carnivals in Brazil if you want to try something different.