the sambódromo is in the heart of the city, and very easily accessible from rio's zona sul by multiple public transportation methods, including taxi, metrô, buses, and minivans.

in light of traffic considerations, the subway remains the best way to move around rio for visitors staying in rio's zona sul or zona central.

bus routes connecting the center to the zona sul are available, but do not stop within vicinity of the stadium during the event.

alternatively, carnival goers can purchase mini-van shuttle tickets, usually better hotels provide this service, or tourist agencies specializing in day tours.