After dark · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Rio de Janeiro
Bar e Restaurante Urca leads the night. The rest of Rio de Janeiro's best pours follow, by real review volume.
Ranked by traveler review volume across the bars and nightlife spots we track in Rio de Janeiro. Updated monthly.
Bar e Restaurante Urca
BarBar e Restaurante Urca is a beloved spot in the tranquil Urca neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, offering a relaxed atmosphere with breathtaking views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay.
Read our full guide →Pavão Azul Bar
BarFree entryPavão Azul Bar is a traditional Brazilian boteco (neighborhood bar) located in the heart of Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro.
Read our full guide →Boteco Belmonte
BarFree entryBoteco Belmonte is a quintessential Rio de Janeiro boteco (informal bar) that has been a Copacabana institution for decades.
Read our full guide →Rio Scenarium
BarRio Scenarium is one of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic nightlife destinations, housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century mansion in the historic Lapa neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Bar Bukowski
BarFree entryBar Bukowski is a legendary dive bar tucked away on Rua Álvaro Ramos in the Botafogo neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro.
Read our full guide →Os Imortais Bar
BarFree entryOs Imortais Bar is a classic Rio de Janeiro boteco (traditional bar) located in the heart of Copacabana.
Read our full guide →Bar Carioca da Gema
BarBar Carioca da Gema is an iconic spot in the Lapa neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, known for its authentic samba and lively atmosphere.
Read our full guide →Explorer Bar
BarFree entryExplorer Bar is a lively spot tucked into the hills of Santa Teresa, one of Rio's most artistic and historic neighborhoods.
Read our full guide →Clássico de Copa
BarClássico de Copa is a well-regarded bar in Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana neighborhood, just steps from the beach.
Read our full guide →The Rock Bar
BarThe Rock Bar is a quintessential Rio de Janeiro boteco (informal bar) located on Rua Jardim Botânico.
Read our full guide →Bip Bip
BarFree entryBip Bip is a quintessential Rio de Janeiro boteco, a small, unassuming bar that captures the soul of Copacabana.
Read our full guide →Nosso
BarNosso, located on Rua Maria Quitéria in the heart of Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, is a vibrant bar that captures the spirit of the neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Caju Gastrobar
BarCaju Gastrobar is a lively spot in Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana neighborhood, blending a casual bar atmosphere with upscale gastronomy.
Read our full guide →Quartinho Bar
BarQuartinho Bar is a beloved neighborhood spot in Rio de Janeiro's Botafogo district, known for its unpretentious charm and vibrant energy.
Read our full guide →The Maze Rio
BarThe Maze Rio is a bar tucked away in the Tavares Bastos favela in the Catete neighborhood, known for its safety and community initiatives.
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How we pick these
Bars, pubs and nightlife in Rio de Janeiro ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 154 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Most bars in Rio de Janeiro fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.
A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.
Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.
Common questions
Where is the nightlife in Rio de Janeiro?+
This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Rio de Janeiro so you can find the right area for the night you want.
What time do bars close in Rio de Janeiro?+
Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.
Is Rio de Janeiro good for a night out?+
Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.
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