Rio de Janeiro Museums

• Centro Cultural Banco do Brazil

  • +55 (21) 3808-2020

  The Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB – Bank of Brazil Cultural Center) consists of three artistic theaters, four exhibition areas, a movie theatre, video room and a magnificent library, as well a Read more about Centro Cultural Banco do Brazil

  

• National Archives

  • +55 (21) 2179-1228

  Arquivo Nacional - For 115 years, this building housed the Brazilian Mint (1868-1983). The 1838 structure is a fine example of 19th century neoclassic architecture and has been updated with modern Read more about National Archives

  

• Museu Chácara do Céu (Modern Art)

  • +55 (21) 21 3970-1126

  The museum is the former home of art collector Castro Maya which was designed by modern architect Wladimir Alves de Souza. It now serves as a collection of modern art works in a setting that provides Read more about Museu Chácara do Céu (Modern Art)

  

• National History Museum

  • +55 (21) 2550-9224

  Museu Histórico Nacional - The National Historical Museum was created in 1922, and is one of the most important museums in all of Brazil. Among its expansive works is the largest numismatic collection Read more about National History Museum

  

• The Copacabana Fort

  • +55 (21) 2287-3781

  The Copacabana Fort (Forte de Copacabana) was built in 1914 as Rio’s key defense against attack. The Fort is quite large and features walls made of thick, reinforced concrete. The concrete walls, 39 Read more about The Copacabana Fort

  

• Aerospace Museum

  • +55 (21) 2108-8954

  Museu Aeroespacial -The Aerospace Museum is housed in a large space (16,000 m²) to accommodate a valuable collection of aviation artifacts. It includes historic displays including both Brazilian Read more about Aerospace Museum

  

• Brazilian Academy of Letters

  • +55 (21) 3974-2500

  Academia Brasileira de Letras - In 1922, this building was prepared to house the French delegation at the International Commemorative Exhibition. The exhibition was to honor Brazil's Independence Read more about Brazilian Academy of Letters

  

• Theatro Municipal

  • +55 (21) 2332-9191

  The Theatro Municipal (Municipal Theatre) is located in the Cinelândia section of downtown Centro (Praça Floriano). Built in the beginning of the twentieth century, it is one of the most important Read more about Theatro Municipal

  

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