Carioca Experiences
Rio Football Experience: Maracanã Stadium Tour & Favela Street Game
PRIVATE TOUR
Join the ultimate immersive Brazilian football experience in Rio: visit the iconic Maracanã Stadium and enjoy a unique favela experience by playing street football with locals in Tavares Bastos — the community that inspired FIFA Street.
- Sightseeing
- Sports fans
- EN or PT or ES
- Tickets included
- 5 hours tour
- Pick up and drop off
Experience the passion of Brazilian football, from the legendary Maracanã Stadium to an authentic street game in a Rio favela. A cultural experience that connects professional football’s glory with street football’s raw spirit.
Your adventure starts at the Maracanã Stadium, the venue for two World Cup finals and home to legends like Pelé, Zico, and Romário. You’ll explore the stadium’s behind-the-scenes areas, including the locker rooms, warm-up zone, team benches, and even walk pitch-side. Your guide will share emotional stories, intriguing facts, and unforgettable moments that have made the Maracanã a true temple of world football.
After the stadium tour, you’ll continue to Tavares Bastos, a vibrant and safe favela where football is more than just a sport — it’s a way of life. A local guide will lead you through narrow alleys adorned with street art and showcase the real community of Rio. The highlight of your experience will be joining (or watching, if you prefer) a football match with locals on a court that inspired the popular FIFA Street video game. Once you’re there, you’ll understand why! This is football in its purest form, where camaraderie is valued more than competition.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or want to experience local culture in a unique way, this tour will stay with you long after the final whistle. Book now and feel the soul of Rio through football!
- Behind-the-Scenes Access to Maracanã Stadium: Explore the locker rooms, press area, players’ tunnel, and pitch-side of Brazil’s most iconic football stadium.
- Immersive Favela Experience in Tavares Bastos: Discover street art, local culture, and the true spirit of community football in a safe and welcoming favela.
- Play (or Watch) a Real Street Football Match: Join locals for a casual game in the favela that inspired FIFA Street—no experience required, just bring your energy!
- Guided by a Local Football Expert: Hear incredible stories, interesting facts, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes about historic matches and football legends.
Included:
- Accredited bilingual tour guide;
- Round-trip transportation*;
- Tickets for Maracanã Stadium Tour
Not Included:
- Tickets for games and/or events at Maracanã Stadium;
- Food and Drinks;
- Tips for your tour guide.
*Pick-up/Drop-off from South Zone locations (for other regions, please consult the additional price);
- You must book this tour at least 48 hours in advance;
- The itinerary and order of attractions can be changed due to weather and/or adverse conditions at the expense of the local guide;
- When booking this experience, you must accept and be aware of the risks inherent in the activity.
How can I book this experience?
Click the ‘Book your tour’ button. Choose the date you want and the number of people taking the tour. Then add to cart. Click on the cart icon in the lower right corner of your screen to open your shopping cart. Fill in the primary contact information and then ‘Continue’ to be directed to payment. Once your reservation has been processed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with all the information about the experience.
Our online booking system is simple and secure, and we accept various credit and debit cards. But if you prefer, you can make your reservation directly with our sales team by e-mail: sales@riodejaneirobycariocas.com or by phone (WhatsApp): +55 21 99552-3996.
Is it possible to have this experience without being private?
Our experiences are private to offer you a safer, more personalized, and more comfortable experience. By opting for a private tour, you can enjoy the company of your loved ones or a select group of friends without worrying about strangers. This creates a more unique environment, allowing for greater flexibility regarding the itinerary, the pace of the tour, and even adjusting the schedule to your personal preferences.
Our guides will be exclusively available to you, offering in-depth information and interesting stories and answering all your questions. This will ensure you have an enriching experience, learning about the local culture, history, and traditions more intimately.
What should I wear or take on the tour?
There is no general rule of what to bring or use. Still, we recommend bringing an identification document (it doesn’t have to be the original), money, and a lot of energy and excitement. Any specific recommendations will be noted on your voucher.
Can this experience be done with children?
Yes, this experience can be done with children, accompanied by at least one responsible adult.
Is there a discount for children?
Yes, we offer complimentary value of our experiences for children up to 6 years old (5 years and 11 months), accompanied by a paying guardian.
What happens if, on the day of my experience, it rains or there is bad weather?
We do not cancel tours due to bad weather, so the tour will take place even with rain and/or cloudy weather, except in cases of force majeure. We adapt the script or, if possible, change the date. If you cancel the tour less than 48 hours in advance (except in extreme cases), there will be no refund as per our cancellation policy.
Do you pick it up and return it to my accommodation?
Yes, this experience includes transportation to and from your place of accommodation as long as it is located within the area of the south and center zone. For other regions, an additional fee will be charged. Please consult our team for more information.
What are the preventive measures against covid-19 adopted on the tours? Do I need to be vaccinated or follow them?
As part of our commitment to Safe Travels, we follow all security measures recommended by the UNWTO and city laws. All our guides and drivers are fully vaccinated, and our vehicles are sanitized.
As per the national rule, visitors must be vaccinated or have a negative COVID test to enter the country. Face masks are no longer mandatory, but we recommend using them for people with health problems.
What do I do if I need to cancel my tour after booking?
You must request the cancellation of your experience by e-mail to the following address: sales@riodejaneirobycariocas.com. Once we receive your order, we will determine the refund due as follows:
– If you cancel 7 (seven) days or more before the start of the tour: no cancellation fee, i.e., a full refund.
– If you cancel between 6 (six) and 3 (three) days before the start of the tour: 50% cancellation fee. If you paid in full for your experience, we’ll issue you a 50% refund of the amount paid.
– If you cancel less than 48 hours (2 days) before the start of the tour: 100% of the cancellation fee, i.e., there is no refund.
If your tour is carried out by one of our suppliers, the cancellation will be carried out according to the supplier’s rules.
I have a question that doesn’t appear in this FAQ. How should I proceed?
If you have any other questions about our services, please contact our team at +55 21 99552-3996 or by e-mail: sales@riodejaneirobycariocas.com.
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