Rio Carnival 2010
My Ideas & Notes
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Activity
Sambodromo in Rio de Janeiro
The Sambodromo (also known in English as Sambadrome or Sambodrome) is the "stadium" of samba. It consists of the Parading Avenue (the samba run-way) and several independent concrete structures for the spectators (the so called sectors) along both sides of the Pa...
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Activity
Samba Land (Terreirão do Samba)
Februuary 5th, 6th, February 12th-16th, 19th and 20th
Starting at 19:00 and finishing at around 5:30 the following morningThis is an open-air space that resurrects the atmosphere of Praça Onze, a big square downtown near the Sambodromo, which is the cradle ...
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Food & Drink
Café Gaúcho
This classic botequin is in downtown Rio. It opens to a busy street corner, making the most of the city’s joyful culture and tropical air. Commuters step off the sidewalk to the cashier, offering a few coins in exchange for a chit, which they then take to the co...
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Activity
Scala Balls
In its 29th year, the Scala nightclub offers thematic dances every night during Carnival, having the grandest indoor carnival parties of the city. The venue is big and very well-known.
Venue: Rio Scala,You will find standard tickets for most events at the ...
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Activity
Street dance at Cinelândia
Friday-Tuesday 17:00-03:00 am
The open-air party lasts for five days to the sounds of acclaimed orchestras and singers. These are symbols of carnival music, reviving the atmosphere of the grand carnival balls of the past. -
Recommended Lodging
Hotel Atlantico Copacabana
Located three blocks from famed Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Hotel Atlantico Copacabana is in front of the subway station, Siqueira Campos. The hotel is near an active night life. This hotel ...
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Recommended Lodging
Windsor Miramar Hotel
The Miramar Copacabana is a deluxe hotel located in a privileged spot in Copacabana, facing the ocean. The Miramar Palace Hotel puts together tradition and elegance, in every detail of your stay. The main at...
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Food & Drink
CONFEITARIA COLOMBO
This establishment is the grandest example of the city’s sophisticated café culture reminiscent of Paris or Vienna. The huge, elegant space opens up to a canopy of stained glass that washes filtered light onto huge mirrors. Their dark, carved frames are of the s...
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Food & Drink
Restaurante Antiquarius Grill
This expansive and elegant space serves some of Rio’s finest Portuguese-style cuisine. Unlike its flagship location in Leblon, the menu adds some turf to the usual surf options. Try the roasted goat doused in red wine sauce.
Day 1 Saturday, February 13
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Activity
9:30 Street Band Cordão do Bola Preta (Dow...
Cordão do Bola Preta - one of the most traditional bands parading downtown
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Activity
23:00 The Magic Ball
Saturday, February 13th, from 23:00
This legendary ball is not just the high point of the night but also the most famous Carnival ball; the natural choice for glamour and sophistication. Luxury costume or black tie/evening dress is required, and a number of int...
Day 2 Sunday, February 14
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Activity
21:00 Parade of the Samba Schools
This is the "THE" Parade, the highlight of the Rio Carnival. The must-see show which has made Rio de Janeiro the Carnival capital of the world. All the Carnival world revolves around these two nights.
The schools belonging to this group are especially magnifice...
Day 3 Monday, February 15
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Activity
21:00 - Parade of the Samba Schools
This is the "THE" Parade, the highlight of the Rio Carnival. The must-see show which has made Rio de Janeiro the Carnival capital of the world. All the Carnival world revolves around these two nights.
The schools belonging to this group are especially magnifice...
Day 4 Tuesday, February 16
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