Brazil, Rio de Janeiro Photo album The city lives to the rhythm of music. Friendly Cariocas, the lively beach scene and a Caïpirinha can help get you started on a wild evening. Where the shows are Most of the hip bars and discothèques are found in the city's southside neighborhoods of Ipanema and Leblon. But the quaint charm of Lapa draws bohemian Cariocas and it's the best place for nightlife. Carnival fever The Rio carnival has become a world cult event. Samba schools and extravagant floats parade through the city, the show spilling over into every street. It's a festival dedicated to the body beautiful. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana Facing the famous Copacabana beach, the hotel is strategically located for lovers of nightlife. Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador The hotel is located between the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, 12 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro. All the hotels   Hotel at your destination All the hotels   Hotel + activities package   All our offers Rio Scenarium In Lapa, a huge colonial house has been transformed into a popular music venue. Choro, samba, the warm energy of forró ... they'll all get you going! Mangueira and Salgueiro The public is welcome to attend rehearsals at these two samba schools close to downtown every Saturday preceding the carnival (September to February). Missing this would be a crime! Absolute must Posto 9, Ipanema: where young artists and surfers rendezvous. Ipanema is Rio's craziest, noisiest and most colorful beach. The sunset receives a resounding round of applause. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana Facing the famous Copacabana beach, the hotel is strategically located for lovers of nightlife. Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador The hotel is located between the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, 12 kilometers from the center of Rio de Janeiro. All the hotels   Hotel at your destination All the hotels   Hotel + activities package   All our offers