The 15 Evening Tours in Rio de Janeiro That Earn Their Price

1.Sunset Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 994 reviews · 3 hours · from $75Our pick

Join a small sailing group of up to 12 people at Marina da Glória for three hours on Guanabara Bay. You’ll pass historic fortresses, Boa Viagem Island, and Niemeyer’s Niterói museum before watching the sun set behind Rio’s famous skyline. Clarisse, Karina, or another English-speaking host may serve caipirinhas, beer, wine, snacks, and fruit throughout the trip.

“Enthusiastic guide who kept up the supply of nibbles and drinks. We stopped for a swim in a quiet corner of the bay and watched a magnificent sunset.”

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2.Sunset Sailboat Tour with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 785 reviews · 3 hours · from $57

Spend three hours aboard a shared sailboat in Guanabara Bay, starting from Urca. Your English- or Portuguese-speaking host, such as Paola, Lohanny, or Mariana, serves caipirinhas, beer, fruit, and snacks while pointing out Rio’s landmarks. Expect music, a possible swim stop, sunset views, and a short boat transfer from the dock.

“We really enjoyed the evening sunset cruise with Lohanni and crew!”

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3.More than a Pub Crawl: An Authentic Night Experience in Rio

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 362 reviews · 4 hours · from $17Best value

Start at Jurema Bar, then follow guides such as Marx, Victor, Bernardo, or Julia through Lapa’s night scene. You’ll visit Selarón Steps, local bars, samba and dance venues, and several clubs. Cachaça shots and entry fees are included, while extra drinks cost more.

“it was very fun! the best way to meet new friends especially if u are travelling alone like me! highly recommend it, and our two quides were awesome!!!”

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4.Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 331 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Spend three hours sailing from Marina da Glória around Guanabara Bay aboard a fully equipped sailboat. Your English or Portuguese-speaking crew serves beer, caipirinhas, soft drinks, water, and finger food while pointing out Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Weather permitting, you can swim, use provided towels, and watch the sunset from the bow.

“very nice, the guides were wellcoming and Happy to explain the history of the erea and answer all questions. Good food and drinks onboard, defenetly recomend.”

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5.More than a Pub Crawl: An Authentic Night Experience in Rio

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $40

Start at 8:30 p.m. in Lapa for a four-hour guided night through samba bars, a rooftop stop, Selarón Steps, and a Latin club. You receive cachaça shots and guided entry to several venues, while paying separately for other drinks. Guides such as Marx, Julia, Victor, and Bernardo help solo visitors and groups move through Rio’s nightlife with more ease.

“It was a bit unorganized but overall it was a fun experience. Got to experience different types of clubs and nightlife in general. Julia and Victor were great guides.”

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6.Sunset Boat Tour with Beer, Water, Soda and Snacks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $74Top rated

Set out from Marina da Glória for about three hours with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, beer, water, soda, and snacks. You’ll pause at the Museum of Tomorrow, Niterói’s Contemporary Art Museum, Urca, and Adão e Eva Beach, where swimming, paddle boards, and pool noodles add a relaxed break before the sunset return.

“If you’re looking for a truly magical experience in Rio de Janeiro, a sunset sailing trip is an absolute must! From start to finish, this tour exceeded all expectations and provided one of the most breathtaking moments of our entire trip. As we set sail from Marina da Glória, the views of Rio’s iconic skyline were already stunning. But as the sun began to dip towards the horizon, the scenery transformed into something straight out of a dream. Watching the golden light reflect off Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and the beautiful coastline was simply unforgettable. The crew was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history and landmarks.…”

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7.Pedra do Sal: Live Samba Night with Local Guide & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 183 reviews · 2h 30m · from $41

Meet Helena, Gustavo, or another English-speaking local guide near Angu do Gomes, then walk into Pedra do Sal for an evening of samba, street drinks, and Afro-Brazilian history. You get one welcome drink, local nightlife tips, and help staying together in the crowds. Food and transportation cost extra.

“I had an amazing time at Pedra do Sal with Gustavo & Matheus! Honestly we had so much fun, the vibes and music were amazing, caipirinhas were perfect and the people were the best! Muito obrigada for a great night!”

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8.Samba Class and Samba Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 115 reviews · 4 hours · from $63

Spend four hours learning samba with instructors such as Marco or Bruno, then head with your guide to a Monday street party at Pedra do Sal or a live-band club. The beginner-friendly class needs no partner. Entry, fast-track access, and transfer from the studio are included, while food, drinks, and your trip home are not.

“I just had to share this incredible experience we stumbled upon recently! So, my wife and I were on the hunt for something fun to do, and we came across this Samba class that promised not only dance lessons but also a taste of that electric nightclub atmosphere. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Our instructor, Elio (I hope I got the spelling right!), was an absolute gem. Not only was he exceptional at teaching us the dance moves with infectious enthusiasm, but he also went above and beyond to ensure we had a blast. What really touched me was how he looked out for our safety as…”

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9.Dois Irmãos Peak Sunrise, Day or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 3h 30m · from $54

Meet your guide at Vidigal’s blue steps, ride a moto-taxi to the trailhead, then walk about an hour through forest to Dois Irmãos Peak. Choose sunrise, daytime, or sunset. Guides including Milena, Nathalia, Nat, and Thainá add local insight, help with photos, and set a comfortable pace.

“We had a great tour. The view is spectacular and the information in between is really good. If you are in Rio I really recommend the tour. Especially our guide Nat was perfect. She knows Rio very well and gives you a lot of information. We did the Favela trip after the sunrise tour also and it was “nice” to get more info about the living there.”

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10.Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Capirinha in Rio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50

Sail from Marina da Glória around Guanabara Bay for about three hours with Rio Sun Sail. Expect views of Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, coastal forts, Niterói, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, plus caipirinhas, fruit, sandwiches, and a friendly small crew. Guides including Luiza, Thais, and Pedro have been warmly praised.

“Great experience to see Rio from a water perspective. Our guide Thais was extremely pleasant… what a wonderful person! She was smiling all the time, took care of all our needs… including a snack and some drinks. She made great local drinks!!! The captain Klaus was also vey pleasant; and we felt secure with his sailing. This tour was at the end of our trip and allowed us to relax and enjoy our last few hours in Rio. If you have the time, this is a wonderful tour.”

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11.Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps and Sunset at Sugarloaf

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $180

You’ll visit Rio’s three headline sights in about five hours with a local guide and air-conditioned transport. Expect Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, and Sugarloaf’s cable cars, with a private format available and guide Ederson praised for clear explanations and smart time-saving advice. Confirm start time and ticket costs before booking.

“We opted to take a private tour which cost us multiple over than the normal price for this tour in order to meet our ship departure time. Unfortunately, the day before the scheduled day for the tour. the operator contested that that the tour was private and was planning on having another guest on the tour with us to which we objected. He later apologized after we have told him how much we had paid for this tour when then he redeemed the situation by sending on a private taxi with its nice guide driver. Thereafter, the tour proceeding very well.. The pre-start was unsavory but the end was good.…”

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12.Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Meet at 8:30 pm in Saúde for a small-group evening at Pedra do Sal, the historic heart of Rio’s samba culture. Your guide, possibly Vitória, Lena, Helene, or Gustavo, explains the area’s African and dockside roots before taking you into the music and dancing. A welcome drink is included, and the night lasts about two and a half hours.

“Such a fun night! I’ve never experienced anything like this. It was a pack night, but so peaceful. I enjoyed an authentic experience. The tour host, Gustavo, was kind and accommodating. He kept in constant communication with the group and ensured everyone was safe. It was nice to learn the history of Pedra so Sal. This experience was worth the value!”

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13.Sailing Sunset Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Join Rodolpho for a three-hour sunset sail from Urca aboard a small boat limited to eight people. You’ll cruise Guanabara Bay toward Rio or Niteroi, enjoy caipirinhas, beer, soft drinks, fruit, and snacks, stop for a swim, and return as the sun sets over Rio.

“Vse je potekalo kot mora, samo vreme in morski tokovi so malo ponagajali 😄”

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14.Glória: Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Set out from Marina da Glória on a small speedboat for three hours of Rio views, photo stops, and a swim at Adão Beach. You’ll see the Museum of Tomorrow, MAC Niterói, Urca, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Christ the Redeemer at sunset. English and Portuguese guides include Rosane, Alexia, and Rachelle.

“Nous avons reçu des messages pour nous dire d’être 30min en avance à la Marina et nous avons dû attendre 1h avant que le bateau parte parce qu’il fallait attendre qu’ils fassent assez de réservations pour partir. Ensuite ils ont voulu séparer les groupes car les capacités max du bateau ne correspondaient pas. La guide Rachelle parlait français et était très gentille. La balade était jolie mais au moment de se baigner ils y avaient des jetski lancés à pleine vitesse qui ont manqué de nous passer dessus. Au lieu de le faire remarquer aux conducteurs, ils nous ont dit de pas s’éloigner du bateau. Il y avait de la…”

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15.Skyline Night Tour Rio de Janeiro – Panoramic City Tour Rio Samba Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 14 reviews · 3 hours · from $30

Spend three hours seeing Rio after dark from an open-roof panoramic bus. The Portuguese-speaking crew takes you from Copacabana through Flamengo, Botafogo, Lapa, and Ipanema, with live Brazilian music onboard. Drinks are sold at the bus bar, while food and attraction tickets are not included.

“Mi experiencia fue nefasta porque la dirección en la que dicen que se hace el recojo es incorrecta. La dirección listada en la actividad que te manda Waze es al frente de donde el bus hace el recojo. Yo esperé puntual a las 8:30pm donde me decían que me recogían y me confirmaron que llegaban e incluso dicen que te recogen al frente del pasto 3 como dice la dirección pero el bus llegó y hizo el recojo al frente. Le grité pero no paró y simplemente se fue. Escribí por el chat para tratar de contactarme con él mismo proveedor y nada. Finalmente escribí al chat de la página…”

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