#1 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "Big props to our friend Alex for pointing us in the direction of the Scenarium, a funky converted brothel in Lapa that lies in the shadow of the Lapa arches and Metropolitan Church. It doesn’t look like much from…"
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#2 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "This place is located in Leblon toward the end. It's a bar and restaurant. One of the few places that since its opening more than two years ago has been always on top of the list. You can go alone for a drink and…"
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#3 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "Normally, you wouldn't associate gay life with South America.It has the reputation for Roman Catholicism,…"
- "No matter what others may say, Gilles Lascard, the French owner of Le Boy, knows how to make a happening…"
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#4 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "I understand what other reviewers say about the show trying to convey Brazil's music and dance history.…"
- "It is a touristy thing to do; however, it was very enjoyable. We really enjoyed the show. We were with…"
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#5 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "This is a beautiful building worth a tour in itself. Tickets are hard to come by, and the ticket office…"
- "Decked out in Beaux-Arts splendor, the sumptuous Municipal Theater is Brazil's most important venue for…"
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#6 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "Slightly amazing but true—as ubiquitous as the caipirinha is in Rio, and as simple as making one seems to be, you’ll often find yourself hard pressed to find a really good rendition of Brazil’s national drink…"
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#7 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "Yes, we have eletronic music! Drum 'n bass and electrofunk, besides some rock, make the music at this disco. Located at Copacabana, very close from everyone's hotel, it's the temple of the modern people in Rio.…"
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#8 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "A gorgeous example of Art Noveau, Colombo is something you should see even if you don't have time to dine (I did not eat here, but have heard that the food is good).
The lush feminine elegance of the style is…"
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#9 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "That's the only exclusive lesbian disco in Rio. They don't block men's entry there, but it's just not fun for you boys. The girls are everywhere. Notice that many have boyfriends, but are experiencing something…"
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#10 most popular of 40 nightlife options in Rio de Janeiro
- "To experience a spicy taste of what Carnaval feels like, you MUST see a samba school rehearsal. In the months leading up to February, samba schools like Tijuca get cooking to prepare for competition in the…"
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