Guided Tour to the Grande Rio Academics Barracão

Explore the Carnival Factory for a behind-the-scenes look at Rio Carnival on this cultural tour. Learn how the parade’s famous floats and costumes are made. Listen to commentary on the history of samba and Carnival, then head to the dressing rooms to try on some costumes and take some photos. Finish off with some cocktails and a samba lesson for the full Carnival experience.

Inside the workshop you see how the greatest show on earth is actually built — from the exuberant floats to the luxurious costumes that millions of people watch on parade night. You follow the handmade process behind every detail, and the guide explains the history and cultural weight of samba, how Carnival evolved, and what makes the parade at the Sambadrome the event it is.

The visit ends with a samba class, photos in carnival costume and a welcome caipirinha.