5 best nightclubs in Barra da Tijuca near Gigóia Island
- O Que Fazer na Gigóia
- May 23
- 4 min read
See some nightclubs, concert halls, parties and events in Barra da Tijuca and Ilha da Gigóia, Rio de Janeiro.
Gigóia Island is just a few minutes away from the liveliest nightlife in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro . It also offers plenty of entertainment options for those on vacation who want to see the best of Rio, or even for locals who come to have lunch and spend the day on this paradise island!
Located in Jardim Oceânico, in Barra da Tijuca , one of the best neighborhoods to live in Rio de Janeiro, Ilha da Gigóia has many accommodations such as guesthouses, hotels and hostels that offer different accommodations, swimming pool, barbecue and/or view of the lagoon for an excellent cost-benefit, ideal for those looking for the tranquility of nature and, at the same time, a lively nightlife!
During the day there are many entertainment options, including a guided tour of the island , boat trips through the Pantanal Carioca, Tijucas Islands, Lagoa Marapendi, Praia da Reserva and Quebramar , as well as speedboat and jet ski trips in Barra da Tijuca.

The restaurants on Gigóia Island are famous for serving varied menus with swings on their decks facing beautiful landscapes that make for great photos! On weekends, some of these restaurants have live music that lasts until the island's charming sunset, and some accommodations offer a very alternative concert schedule .
A very dynamic and lively itinerary is also to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Rio de Janeiro that are very close to Ilha da Gigóia (from Praia de São Conrado, Quebramar, Praia do Pepê, Barra da Tijuca, Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Praia da Reserva, Praia da Macumba, Prainha and Grumari) and go straight to the post-beach on the island or in Barra, with happy hour and sunset parties facing the lagoon or the beach.
The most famous parties on the island are Forró do Cantinho and Sambinha da Gigóia , which take place on specific days, which you can find out about on our Events page, which is always updated, and on Ilha dos Pescadores , which takes place from Friday to Sunday, from 11 am to 4 pm, and is very popular for its pagode nights.
In Barra da Tijuca, be amazed by the variety of bars, restaurants and nightclubs that transform this shopping center into a bustling party at night, 10 minutes from Ilha da Gigóia . Rua Olegário Maciel, in Jardim Oceânico , is known among tourists and locals for mixing all types of music with the most sophisticated environments.
There are many concert venues in Barra da Tijuca that host famous artists and established bands, such as Espaço Hall, Qualistage and Cidade das Artes .
Barra is also home to well-known and popular bars such as Bar do Zeca (Pagodinho), Bar Alcione (Casa da Marrom) and Bar do Oswaldo .

Everyone knows that the best nightclubs in Rio de Janeiro are located in Barra da Tijuca , very close to Ilha da Gigóia ! We have put together a list of the 5 best nightclubs in Rio so you can stay up to date and not miss out on the best of the party!
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All In Lounge

At the All In Lounge nightclub, in Barra da Tijuca , the atmosphere is chic, luxurious and well decorated, ideal for themed nights that involve flirting and flirting to the sound of well-executed mixes by renowned DJs of electronic music, pagode and samba, mainly.
The venue also brings well-known artists for live performances.
The sushi bar does not disappoint.
Padano Country & Bar

Padano Sertanejo & Bar, in Barra da Tijuca , was conceived with the aim of promoting the fun universe of sertanejo music to the equally cool and friendly public of Rio.
There you can enjoy carpaccios, artisanal burgers, meats, pastas, appetizers and desserts served in generous portions, as well as great drinks.
The venue usually hosts two shows on weekends: an acoustic show and a country music show with a band. On Sundays, they serve a very good feijoada.
It has artistic, gastronomic or leisure attractions, such as karaoke.
Vitrinni Lounge Beer

Vitrinni Lounge Beer is a famous nightclub very well located next to other nightclubs in Barra da Tijuca .
With sophisticated and luxurious decor with chandeliers and a mezzanine, it has excellent sound and lighting systems.
The place is reasonably large and spacious, with cabins for those who prefer more comfort and privacy. The place is always very crowded, but it is still possible to eat good sushi.
Vitrinni Lounge Beer often features live performances by pagode groups.
The DJs play everything, but mainly funk and sertanejo.
Lalu Lounge Bar

Lalu Lounge Barra has invested heavily in high-tech lighting, vibrant air conditioning, service, exclusive menu and architecture, great sound system, mezzanine and intimate spaces, sophisticated environment, full of luxury and well decorated with comfort,
The venue is spacious, with three floors, and can accommodate 600 people. This stylish nightclub in Barra da Tijuca has twelve VIP boxes named after planets in the solar system, some of which have balconies. The third floor serves breakfast for those who want to stay up all night and watch the sunrise over Barra.
Lalu hosts several artists for live performances, and the DJs put a lot of effort into mixing popular songs that get the dance floor going.
For greater security and peace of mind, it has a well-trained team, as well as security guards, firefighters and nurses.
Up Turn Nightclub

Boate Up Turn has been around for over a decade and brings together beautiful, cool, fun and open-minded people.
Located in Barra da Tijuca , the traditional nightclub aimed mainly at the LGBT+ public always has a line at the entrance.
The place is charming but very rustic, consisting basically of a tent, tables outside, a bar inside that serves cold beer and fancy drinks and a special lounge for that romantic and peaceful atmosphere.
The atmosphere is very fun!
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