There’s a lot of love in Rio de Janeiro and there’s nothing better than taking advantage of Valentine’s Day to celebrate with those we love! That’s why we’ve put together some original and very romantic tips for you to surprise and enjoy this special date with your loved one. Take a look at our suggestions!
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Immersive experiences
The Friends Experience – The One in Rio
If you’re a fan of the series Friends, then you can’t miss this experience in Rio de Janeiro!
The Friends Experience takes you into the universe of television’s most beloved friends, recreating the most iconic scenes and moments from the series. It also brings you behind-the-scenes t rivia and much more!
📌 Shopping VillageMall
Stranger Things: The Experience
Speaking of hit series, this Valentine’s Day in Rio you can take the opportunity to enjoy Stranger Things: The Experience!
In this experience, you will acquire “superpowers” and travel through Hawkins Laboratory alongside your favorite characters. Afterwards, you’ll be able to enjoy some of the classic moments from the series, on a time travel through the 80s! Take advantage of the Valentine’s Day discount!
📌 BarraShopping
Cazuza Exagerado
This is the largest exhibition ever held on the life and work of Cazuza and it’s coming to Rio de Janeiro just in time for Valentine’s Day!
The exhibition has nine immersive and interactive rooms, celebrating the intense trajectory of this rock poet – from Barão Vermelho to his solo career – in an unprecedented sensory experience. Plus, costumes, letters, manuscripts and rare records that span generations!
📌 Shopping Leblon
Jurassic Safari Experience 2
The world’s biggest dinosaur show is coming to Rio de Janeiro and it will surprise you and your loved one!
There will be 45 dinosaurs on stage, including 25 different species in real sizes. What’s more, with special effects and state-of-the-art technology, you’ll be totally immersed in the Jurassic era! Not to be missed!
The experience only takes place in July, but you can already anticipate the present and secure your tickets!
📌Cidade das Artes
Hotels
Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro
For Valentine’s Day, the Grand Hyatt is offering a complete package for couples to celebrate with a lot of romance and comfort.
Among the options, Shiso will feature a seven-stroke omakase prepared by Guilherme Campos. At Cantô Gastrô & Lounge, chef Hugo Souza is offering two menu options, one of which is vegan, both served in four stages and with the possibility of pairing.
In addition, throughout the month, the Atiaia Spa offers the Candle Massage for two, a massage technique that uses aromatic candles to provide relaxation, hydration, improved blood circulation, stress reduction and other benefits.
For those who want to stay, the Romance Package is an option for the date, with breakfast included in the rate, sparkling wine and flowers in the room for two people.
📌Avenida Lucio Costa, 9.600 – Barra da Tijuca
CDesign Hotel
For this Valentine’s Day, the CDesign Hotel has also prepared exclusive experiences to provide couples with unforgettable moments.
One of them is the romantic dinner, with a carefully prepared menu served in a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere. The dinner includes wines, juices, soft drinks, water and coffee or tea.
Couples can also opt for the package that includes a special dinner, decoration in the room with petals, sparkling wine, glasses, bucket, ice, Polaroid photos and an illuminated clothesline. Breakfast the next day is also included.
📌Avenida Lucio Costa, 17360 – Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Windsor Hotels chain
The Windsor Hoteis chain has prepared very romantic experiences in its Rio de Janeiro units.
Thus, on June 12, couples will be able to enjoy a harmonized dinner with couvert, starter, main course, dessert and a bottle of Chandon Brut, as well as water, coffee or tea.
The experience will be offered in the hotels’ restaurants, in cozy settings, from 7pm to 10pm. But for those who want to extend the most romantic date of the year, they can opt for packages that include accommodation at floating rates, dinner and a selection of chocolates in the apartment.
📌Avenida Atlântica, 2616 – Copacabana
📌Avenida Atlântica, 1800 – Copacabana
📌Avenida Atlântica, 656 – Leme
📌Avenida Lúcio Costa, 5400 – Barra da Tijuca
📌Avenida Lúcio Costa, 2630 – Barra da Tijuca
Hilton Copacabana
On the 4th floor of the Hilton Copacabana, the Clarice restaurant, which overlooks the beach, will have a special program.
Accompanied by a keyboard and saxophone duo, the romantic dinner will feature a five-course menu with amuse bouche, starter, main courses and dessert.
To guarantee a complete experience for two, the hotel will also have a romantic package available that includes breakfast at the Clarice restaurant, sparkling wine, chocolates and flowers in the room, extended check-out time and a discount on services at the Anna Pegova SPA.
📌Avenida Atlântica, 1.020 – Copacabana
Restaurants, bars and cafés
Gato Café
This Valentine’s Day, Gato Café, a pioneer cat café in Rio de Janeiro, invites couples to a unique and enchanting experience.
In its third edition of the “Cats and Wine” event , the evening will be even more special with the taste of handmade pizzas, delicious desserts and, of course, the affection of the kittens. All accompanied by two glasses of wine to toast the love!
The event takes place at the three Gato Café units, from 8pm to 10pm, with limited places.
📌Rua das Palmeiras, 26 – Botafogo
📌Shopping Via Parque | Avenida Ayrton Senna, 3000 – Barra da Tijuca
📌Norte Shopping | Avenida Dom Hélder Câmara, 5474 – Cachambi
Juliette Bistrô
Inspired by the great candlelit dinners in the world’s most romantic capitals, Juliette Bistrô offers a sensory experience with an exclusive menu created by French chef Nicolas Chovelon.
Among the options are the Crevette Crispy Crispy, breaded prawns and green leaf salad, served in a puff pastry basket with Dijon sauce, pepper jelly and balsamic aceto reduction.
As for the main courses, a great choice is the Filet Mignon pureé mousseline de carotte – filet mignon in roti sauce with pearl onions, bacon and mushrooms, served with carrot mousseline and panko flour.
To top it all off, order the Pomme au Four for dessert – a baked apple filled with vanilla ice cream and served with crème anglaise, cinnamon caramel, walnut crumble and fleur de sel.
📌CasaShopping | Avenida Ayrton Senna, 2150 – Barra da Tijuca
To check out more gastronomic suggestions for Valentine’s Day, click here!
Shows and concerts
Love Songs
For those looking for a special Valentine’s Day experience, with an intimate atmosphere and one of the most breathtaking views in Rio, Casa Horto is hosting a special edition of P’Alma Sessions on June 12 at 8:30pm, with the pocket show “Love Songs” by singer and actress Alessandra Verney.
Together with guitarist André Valle, the artist will perform a repertoire full of passionate songs, which will take you through national and international pop and jazz classics.
📌Rua Pacheco Leão, 696 – Jardim Botânico
Territory of Love
A perfect outing for Valentine’s Day, the musical Território do Amor features songs that speak of love and were immortalized by the voices of the late singers Elizeth Cardoso, Maysa, Dalva de Oliveira and Dolores Duran, Maria Callas, Barbara, Edith Piaf, Mercedes Sosa and Marlene Dietrich.
All of them, in their different times and societies, sang the delights and sorrows of love in their own way.
📌Teatro Carlos Gomes