at a glance

There are a number of bars that line the streets, playing vibrant traditional music, such as samba, forró and funk. One of the most famous and traditional venues in the region is Rio Scenarium, which plays samba, Musica Popular Brasileira (MPB), or 'Brazilian Popular Music', and chorinho. The establishment, located in a picturesque, old town-house, fuses antique shop, music venue and restaurant, lighting up with carioca energy every night of the week. Carioca da Gema, which translates as 'Carioca of the yoke', is a small club which is highly reputed and celebrated by audiences of all ages for its samba and chorinho performances. Lapa 40ᵒ is another renowned option - a trendy and vibrant snooker bar and club, located in a four storey house of great grandeur. It hosts samba, forró, MPB and swing nights and is beloved by celebrities for its eclectic ambience.