Get a behind-the-scenes look at Maracanã Stadium during this guided tour
You have chance to explore the stadium, renovated for the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Sit on the team bench where greats like Pele rested after he scored his thousandth goal.
Pickup included
After the pickup , you will travel to Maracanã Stadium to immerse yourself in the world of futebol . This 3.5-hour tour gives you the opportunity to stand on the hallowed ground of this legendary stadium, renovated to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Originally built to host the 1950 World Cup (during which Brazil suffered a devastating loss), it was the largest stadium in the world at that time and was officially named Estado Jornalista Mario Filho. Stroll around the empty stadium, normally full of up to 79,000 screaming fans. Enter the locker rooms, decorated with the jerseys of famous Brazilian teams and enjoy access to the VIP press box. Gaze out on the hallowed pitch, enjoying the same vantage point as the players do during a game. Walk up the entry ramp, just like Neymar does every game, and imagine the roar of a crowd around you as you step onto the field. Listen as your guide tells tales of the send off of Garrincha's earthly remains and Pele's thousandth goal. At the conclusion of this futebol-fanatic tour, enjoy transportation back .
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
If your hotel is not in the list please contact us. We will arrange your pick-up or find the nearest meeting point.
• You need to present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity. Tour departs from most hotels in the zones of Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana. If your hotel is outside the pickup area, the meeting point is the Hilton Copacabana Hotel, located at Av. Atlantica 1020 - Copacabana, • Please contact the local service provider, Carioca Tropical Tour Operator, if you don't know your pickup time. +55 21 2256-6273 / +55 (21) 99782-0708 Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.