Brazil · MARACANA STADIUM & FOOTBALL
11 reviewed
Something close to two hundred thousand people watched Brazil lose the 1950 final here, and the ground has been rebuilt twice since. The 11 best ways in are below: skip-the-line entry, behind-the-scenes tours of the dressing rooms and the pitch, and matchday packages with a guide who can explain why the Flamengo end sings what it sings.
Maracanã stadium entry with museum and behind-the-scenes access: tunnel walk, dugout and press room, pitch side views, $24 ticket.
“It was a long time back but I really enjoyed this trip !”
Skip-the-line Maracana access with behind-the-scenes rooms and pitch views, plus flexible entry timing. Locker-room and memorabilia highlights.
“It was a great experience the whole tour, but there were three topics that spoiled it, because they omitted the truth or make it an unimpartial exhibition. The first one was at the dressing room where there is a notice that indicates that there are displayed the football shirts of all the winners of Copa Libertadores of América. But the football shirt of the winner of Copa Libertadores of América 2014, wasn´t in that room. When I complained to the assistant why it was not there the football shirt of Club Atlético San Lorenzo de Almagro, the winner of 2014 edition, just the same year the World Cup that took…”
Go to Maracana or Nilton Santos with hotel transfers, a local guide, and shaded general admission seats for a full Rio match day.
“Leo our tour guide was fantastic. He made sure we got in and out of the stadium without any problems and ensured we got the best seats available. A football match in Brazil is a must see.”
Watch a Rio football match with a local guide, a reserved stand seat, and a drink, plus help with the pre-game entry steps.
“amazing highly recommend, sat us in better seats got a full experience of football and amazing view”
Behind the scenes at Maracana Stadium: locker rooms, pitch access, star memorabilia, and a 3-hour guided tour with optional pickup.
“Having been on football tours in europe before (san siro, nou camp ect), i thought this one was very limited. Thats not the companys or tour guides fault, erica the tour guide was very good and knew alot of info about the stadium, and spoke very good english. I think they should open abit more of this iconic stadium to the public.”
Maracanã matchday with an English guide, pre-match local time, and a welcome drink, plus a stadium tour before kickoff.
“The best experience/football game me and my husband have been to! Recommend. Can get the tickets cheaper online but hard to navigate where to go and where to sit so that’s where a guide is perfect. They can also help translate for you and answer any questions you have about the experience.”
See Flamengo at Maracanã with a local host, standing in the fan section, a pre-game bar meet-up, and a welcome drink, plus metro help.
“Amazing time! Fabio was a super guide. Everything was well planned, great communication leading up to and throughout the event. All in all, everything we hoped for and so much more. Go Flamengo!”
Watch Fluminense at Maracanã with local hosts, best seats, and a pre-game beer stop in Rio. Tickets included.
“The activity was wonderfully managed. Incredible guide. I watched the match with the guide and her family. They are all diehard supporters of Fluminense. Highly recommended!”
Maracanã match day with face-ID entry for Flamengo or Fluminense, plus round-trip transport from Ipanema and a bilingual guide.
“This truly was an unforgettable experience & I am so glad I chose to do this rather than try and figure it out on my own. Pedro, our host for the evening, was simply marvellous; knowledgable, considerate and enthusiastic. The tour company gave clear and timely instructions and the money is well-worth it. You really get to feel like a fan going to the game rather than a tourist. I felt safe and was able to get to swept up in the atmosphere - as a solo traveller, there’s nothing more you can ask for. Pedro gave us great tips and cool facts throughout the night, which further lent to…”
Ride the Tijuca Forest rack railway to Christ the Redeemer, then circle Maracanã for photos, with skip-the-line access and 9-language audio.
“My guy never showed up to my hotel, so I had to take a Uber ride to Christ the Redeemer. I have contacted my MasterCard and I’m expecting a full refund from you crooks!”
Join Flamengo fans at Maracanã for a match-day mix of pre-game beers, local snacks, a guided stadium tour, and red-black passion.
“Pedro is amazing, very respectful and responsible. I was needed to help with my lagagges and he help me. The game was amazing and he always make sure that it will be like this, I really enjoyed! At the end he helped us to take Uber and waited until every one go. I’m speechless for sure I’ll recommend on this experience!”
