Brazil, the largest nation in the continent, takes up about half of its area. It is almost entirely in the Southern Hemisphere, and a large portion of it is tropical, with enormous tracts of rainforest teeming with rare species of plants and animals. Brazil offers travelers a tropical paradise as well as an engaging cultural experience with attractions to suit every taste, including world-class art museums, lively carnival celebrations, and relaxing beach and jungle vacations.
Rio de Janeiro
With its captivating name, Rio de Janeiro evokes images of golden sand beaches full with suntanned bodies during the day and the exuberance of the samba at night. Rio de Janeiro was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, citing “the staggeringly beautiful location for one of the biggest cities in the world.” Many people believe this to be the most beautiful city setting on Earth.
Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor)
- Address: Parque Nacional da Tijuca – Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, Brazil
- Opening hours: 08:00 – 19:00
- Entrance fee: R$ 81.5
The Christ the Redeemer statue, which towers over the city with its open arms, is a must-see attraction when visiting Rio de Janeiro. It is the quintessential representation of the city. For nearly a century, this monument has stood watch over the city atop Corcovado Mountain, which is 709 meters high. On a clear day, the balcony beneath the 30-meter-tall monument offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, the city, and the ocean. To capture the renowned photo of oneself with the statue, descend the stairs approximately halfway to the lower level and aim your camera back towards it.
Maracana Stadium
- Address: Av. Pres. Castelo Branco, Portão 3 – Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20271-130, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 18:00
- Entrance fee as follows
| Type of tour | Category | Fee (R$) |
| Guided Tour | Child under 05 years old | Free |
| Adult | 60 | |
| Tour without guide | Child under 05 years old | Free |
| Adult | 50 |
Fans of football (soccer) should not miss the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, which took place in Brazil’s largest stadium. It can accommodate more than 78,000 supporters and underwent a comprehensive renovation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In addition to concerts, the stadium hosts games between Flamengo, Botafogo, Fluminense, and Vasco da Gama, the main football teams in Rio.
Escadaria Selarón
- Address: R. Manuel Carneiro – Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20241-120, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
The Selaraón Steps are an entertaining diversion in Rio de Janeiro. Vibrant staircases with a variety of tile decorations wind up a high incline. The steps draw big people during the day since they are such great photo opportunities. Those tiles are close to the bottom of the 125-meter-high staircase, if you want to capture the famous picture with the staircase name. Stairs lead to a row of stores offering cold beverages and small restaurants. A nice place to stop is the small café at the top, which offers good views of the steps and some of downtown Rio, a well-priced menu, a shady patio, and a slight breeze.
Museu do Amanhã
- Address: Praça Mauá, 1 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20081-240, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee as follows
| Category | Fee (R$) |
| Child up to 05 years old | Free |
| Youth 06-21 years old/ Student | 15 |
| Adult | 30 |
| Senior from 60 years old | Free |
Rio’s Museum of Tomorrow (Museu do Amanhã) is housed in an ultra-modern building created by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. It explores the ecology, sustainability, and future of our planet through interactive displays and state-of-the-art simulators. The 360-degree oval theater at the Museum of Tomorrow is where visitors start their tour. There, a movie about evolution and the origins of life is screened. Exhibits covering contemporary environmental crises and visual displays portraying ozone depletion, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy usage are located throughout the main hall.
Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil
- Address: R. Primeiro de Março, 66 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20010-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 20:00 (except Tuesday)
- Entrance fee: Free
The neoclassical building was started in 1880 and was designed by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva (1831–1912), the Imperial House’s architect and the founder of the Arts and Crafts Lyceum and the Propagadora Society of Fine Arts. preserving the architectural and symbolic significance of a cultural center at the close of the 1980s. The adaptation proposal kept the ornate columns, the marble pillars rising from the foyer by the staircase, and the redesigned dome over the roundabout. CCBB Rio de Janeiro, which opened on October 12, 1989, immediately rose to prominence as one of the nation’s most significant cultural hubs. According to a ranking by the English journal The Art Newspaper (April/2014), it is the most visited cultural institution in Brazil and ranked 20º globally.
Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
- Address: R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 – Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22460-030, Brazil
- Opening hours: 08:00 – 17:00 (Thursday – Tuesday) | 11:00 – 17:00 (Wednesday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 73
Visit the Botanical Gardens if you’re itching for some nature after becoming tired of Rio de Janeiro’s metropolitan pulse. The well-kept, broad trails beneath the lush canopy offer a peaceful haven and a welcome diversion from the surrounding concrete jungle.
Aleia Barbosa Rodrigues is a highlight; it’s a fantastic wide walkway with the renowned Fountain of the Muses in the center, bordered on both sides by tall Royal Palm trees. There’s a huge Kapok tree by the fountain.
The gardens are home to more than 8,000 different varieties of plants and are a UNESCO World Biosphere site. The trails are clearly signposted in English, and don’t forget to follow the directions to the Japanese Gardens and the Orchidarium, a 1930s-era greenhouse made of glass and iron.
Parque Lage
- Address: R. Jardim Botânico, 414 – Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22461-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 17:00
- Entrance fee: Free
Right at the base of the Corcovado is this lovely public park. Encircled by a rainforest, it features peaceful gardens, walking routes, and a tiny aquarium. It is also the location of a magnificent palazzo that was originally owned by Gabriella Besanzoni, a well-known opera soprano in Italy, and her spouse. The Escola de Artes Visuais, an art school that conducts free art exhibitions, is currently housed in this mansion. In addition to having a cafe, Parque Lage provides a glimpse of the well-known Christ the Redeemer statue in the distance.
AquaRio
- Address: Praça Muhammad Ali – Via Binário do Porto, s/n – Gamboa, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20220-360, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 17:00 (Monday – Friday) | 09:00 – 18:00 (Saturday – Sunday)
- Entrance fee: R$120
The Rio de Janeiro Marine Aquarium, or AquaRio, is located in a 26,000 square meter space that is divided into five floors and 28 tanks that can store a combined 4,5 million gallons of saltwater. It will be South America’s and Brazil’s largest aquarium. Approximately three thousand creatures belonging to 350 distinct species can be found in various aquatic environments.
The Recinto Oceânico, or Ocean Enclosure, is the main draw. It has a water volume of 3,5 million liters and a depth of seven meters. Visitors can experience swimming with fish, rays, and the dreaded sharks as well as cross the tank via an underwater tube. Touch tanks provide a special chance to come even closer to the aquatic life, allowing you to touch the sharks and rays. Among the species kept in the other enclosures are the moray eels, bamboo shark, doctor fish, grouper, whiting, catshark, scorpion fish, and whitetip reef shark.
Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
- Address: Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 85 – Parque do Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20021-140, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 17:30 (except Monday, Tuesday)
- Entrance fee: Free
MAM, or the Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro, is regarded as one of Brazil’s most important cultural organizations. Its varied collection, long history, and position in the Brazilian art scene all contribute to its renown. MAM now has about 11,000 artifacts in its collection. The Gilberto Chateaubriand collection, which has been on loan to the museum since 1993, is where most of these items originate. Because of its vast collection, which offers a thorough overview of modern art, MAM is a noteworthy visit for art connoisseurs.
Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Address: Av. República do Chile, 245 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20031-170, Brazil
- Opening hours: 07:00 – 17:00
- Entrance fee: Free
Edgar Fonseca, the architect behind Rio’s Catedral de São Sebastião, was inspired by Mayan pyramids and translated their soaring features into a contemporary style. Constructed between 1964 and 1979, the church, sometimes called the New Cathedral to differentiate it from its immediate predecessor, Nossa Senhora do Carmo, has a 96-meter interior that can accommodate 5,000 people. The inside is illuminated by four stained glass windows that reach 64 meters above the ground, letting in natural light with vibrant colors. The church is internally lit at night, creating a brilliant beacon in the middle of the skyline.
São Paulo
The megalopolis, the most populous metropolis in the Southern Hemisphere, is so large that it nearly defies comprehension. Landing at one of its two airports is like landing in a skyscraper jungle. Despite the lack of beaches, São Paulo is a subtropical metropolis that is vibrant, active, and offers a wide variety of activities for visitors. See the city’s architectural features, dining options, nightclubs, and museums to see why locals are so proud of their birthplace.
Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
- Address: Av. Paulista, 1578 – Bela Vista, São Paulo – SP, 01310-200, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 20:00 (Tuesday) | 10:00 – 18:00 (Wednesday – Sunday)
- Entrance fee as follows
| Category | Fee (R$) |
| Child under 10 years old | Free |
| Student | 35 |
| Adult | 70 |
| Senior | 35 |
Another of the most renowned museums on the continent, MASP, is located along it as well. It was unquestionably one of the nicest locations we saw in Sao Paulo thanks to its unusual architecture, pleasantly unique layout, and hundreds of thought-provoking artworks.
Founded in 1947, the spectacular museum is renowned worldwide for its collection of European art, although it also features works by Brazilian, African, and Asian artists. Fabulous paintings by Picasso, Monet, and Van Gogh, among many others, are on exhibit in its expansive, airy halls. You may examine them from any direction because they are all positioned in the center of the floor, fixed on glass.
Ibirapuera Park
- Address: Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral – Vila Mariana, São Paulo – SP, 04094-050, Brazil
- Opening hours: 05:00 – 23:00
- Entrance fee: Free
One of São Paulo’s top tourist destinations, Ibirapuera Park is also a significant recreational area. Its stunning green grounds are a haven of tranquility, with many trails for bicyclists, runners, and walkers. This area is also home to some of the city’s top museums and monuments. There are many beautiful natural areas to visit in addition to the Japanese Pavilion, all of the statues, and artwork. In addition, a lot of people play football, do yoga, capoeira, and have picnics in the park. After a busy day of touring the biggest city in the Americas, you may rest and recuperate amidst all of its verdant forests and tranquil ponds.
Mercado Municipal de São Paulo
- Address: R. da Cantareira, 306 – Centro Histórico de São Paulo, São Paulo – SP, 01024-900, Brazil
- Opening hours: 06:00 – 18:00 (Monday – Saturday) | 06:00 – 16:00 (Sunday)
- Entrance fee: Free
The 1933 market building is a large structure with vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, and soaring columns that resemble the Sala in style. Once you get past its attractive front, you may explore endless aisles of beautifully displayed stores. You can purchase cheeses, meats, and local wines, as well as exotic fruits and spices, from its rather rowdy merchants. Its famous mortadella sandwich, which is stuffed to the gills with an unbelievable quantity of meat, and the bolinhos de bacalhau (fried cod balls) are must-tries here.
Beco do Batman
- Address: R. Medeiros de Albuquerque, 82-154 – Jardim das Bandeiras, São Paulo – SP, 05436-060, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
Batman Alley is undoubtedly the greatest spot to visit in Sampa for street art, even if the entire city, nation, and continent are renowned for their amazing displays of it. Its numerous vibrant, imaginative murals are constantly changing, and the name comes from an early piece of art that is now long gone.
Beco do Batman, as it’s known in Portuguese, is a neighborhood in Vila Madalena. It once had a cute mural of the ferocious crime fighter hugging legendary football player Pele. The alley has been spray painted over for a long time, and it now feels like an outdoor gallery with constantly changing exhibits. You may anticipate seeing a wide range of images, including vivid flowers and animals, social commentary, clear settings, and, of course, comic book heroes.
Museu Catavento
- Address: Avenida Mercúrio, Parque Dom Pedro II, s/n, São Paulo – SP, 03003-060, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 16:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 6
Situated directly over the Tamanduatei River, the Museu Catavento is yet another intriguing and distinctive structure to see. It has been a family and school trip favorite for a long time, and it now has a ton of exciting scientific and technology exhibits.
The eclectic-style palace was finished nearly a century before the museum, which opened its doors in 2009. It had once been the site of industrial shows and even a legislative assembly before acting as the temporary City Hall. The building is definitely magnificent enough, with its tall, turreted tower overlooking an inventive facade and vintage trains and aircraft scattered throughout the property.
Even while the museum’s remarkable facade drew travelers in, its interactive exhibits and activities were as enjoyable. These shed light on a wide range of topics, including the human body, electrical, engineering, and the cosmos. Though their explanation was limited to Portuguese, the exhibits were exceptionally well-executed, featuring both fish tanks and butterfly displays.
Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
- Address: Praça Ramos de Azevedo, s/n – República, São Paulo – SP, 01037-010, Brazil
- Opening hours: 07:00 – 22:00 (Monday – Saturday)
- Entrance fee: Free
The century-old Theatro Municipal, perched opulently atop downtown São Paulo’s Vale do Anhangabaú like a concrete wedding cake, continues to radiate its status as the art capital of Latin America. The elaborate theater, which was designed in the manner of the grand European opera houses, opened its doors in 1911 and has hosted performances by Mikhail Baryshnikov, Maria Callas, and Isadora Duncan.
The theater, which has hosted numerous premieres by Brazilian composers and was the venue of the historic Week of Modern Art in 1922, which established the framework for the nation’s diverse involvement in Modernism, is open to the public and provides guided tours of its on-site history museum.
Pinacoteca de São Paulo
- Address: Praça da Luz, 2 – Luz, São Paulo – SP, 01120-010, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (except Tuesday)
- Entrance fee as follows
| Category | Fee (R$) |
| Child up to 10 years old | Free |
| Student / Youth 15-29 years old | 15 |
| Adult | 30 |
| Senior over 60 years old | 15 |
The Pina, Sao Paulo’s oldest art museum, opened its doors in 1905. What was originally the Lyceum of Arts and Crafts headquarters today houses its vast collection of some 10,000 artworks. The exposed brickwork, spacious central atrium, and striking staircase of the refurbished building already make a visit unforgettable.
You can view some of the best nineteenth-century Brazilian paintings and sculptures at this highly recommended museum. Magnificent works by Tarsila do Amaral, Anita Malatti, and Lasar Segall, among others, are on exhibit in its light-filled halls. For many, the Pinacoteca is a must-have because it features photographs, engravings, and drawings as well.
Catedral da Sé de São Paulo
- Address: Praça da Sé – Sé, São Paulo – SP, 01001-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: 07:30 – 18:30 (Monday – Friday, Sunday) | 07:30 – 17:00 (Saturday)
- Entrance fee: Free
Since this cathedral is one of the most famous structures in the city, it is included on practically all sightseeing tours of Sao Paulo, including bike and walking tours of the downtown area. One of the biggest neo-Gothic buildings in the world, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption (Sé Cathedral) dominates the heart of Sao Paulo. Among the largest in South America is the 12,000-pipe organ, and the church is home to numerous holy artworks.
Museu do Futebol
- Address: Praça Charles Miller, s/n – Pacaembu, São Paulo – SP, 01234-010, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 17:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: Free
Brazil’s national sport is soccer, or football (futebol) as it’s known here, and the best place to learn about it is the São Paulo Football Museum (Museu do Futebol). Located at the city’s recognizable Pacaembu Stadium, the museum opened its doors in 2008 and has two floors filled with interactive exhibitions, multimedia displays, and memorabilia related to the game.
The São Paulo Football Museum chronicles Brazil’s history with the beautiful game from its inception to the present. The interactive exhibitions of the museum span 16 rooms and cover a wide range of subjects, including legendary female players, former World Cups, and the greatest goals in Brazilian football history. The Rite of Passage Room, which laments Brazil’s World Cup loss to Uruguay in 1950, and the Exaltation Room, which provides a joyful backdrop and an immersive sense of being in a stadium with ecstatic spectators, are not to be missed.
Mosteiro de São Bento
- Address: Largo São Bento, s/nº – Centro Histórico de São Paulo, São Paulo – SP, 01029-010, Brazil
- Opening hours: 06:30 – 18:30
- Entrance fee: Free
One of the oldest institutions in the city, the Monastery of São Bento stands out as an outlier amidst the tall, glass-fronted buildings of downtown São Paulo. With its towering towers and richly decorated nave, the structure it has occupied for almost a century creates a remarkable impression both inside and out, despite its original 16th-century origins. Featuring a 6,000-pipe organ and Gregorian chanting, São Bento is a working monastery that offers public masses on a regular basis. In keeping with São Bento’s teachings, the monks perform a variety of labors, such as making customary pastries at the on-site bakery, which is fortunate for both tourists and residents.
Salvador
Salvador, the largest city in northeastern Brazil and the capital of the state of Bahia, was the first settlement in the Brazilian colony. Almost directly below on the spacious bay known as Baía de Todos os Santos, the early town was founded in 1549 and perched on a rock that could only be reached by steep trails rising from the harbor. This historic town was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it still has several colonial buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. Salvador’s most exquisite cathedrals and monasteries, which are popular tourist destinations, are located here.
Museo Náutico de Bahía – Farol da Barra
- Address: Largo do Farol da Barra, S/N – Barra, Salvador – BA, 40140-650, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 18:00
- Entrance fee as follows
| Category | Fee (R$) |
| Child under 07 years old | Free |
| Student | 7.5 |
| Adult | 15 |
| Senior over 65 years old | 7.5 |
Farol da Barra lighthouse, located approximately five kilometers from the city center and offering a view of one of Salvador’s best beaches, is not only a historic landmark but also a local favorite due to its abundance of activities. You may rent beach loungers and umbrellas, explore the city and All Saints Bay from the summit, and explore a fort housing the Nautical Museum of Bahia. The museum has a plethora of maritime equipment, shipwreck salvage, maps, and model ships. Its fort, which dates back to 1534, is Brazil’s oldest military structure.
Elevador Lacerda
- Address: Praça Tomé de Souza, S/N – Centro, Salvador – BA, 40020-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: 06:00 – 22:00
- Entrance fee: R$ 0.15
Steep streets and several elevators, such as the funicular Plano Inclinado de Gonçalves and the striking free-standing Elevador Lacerda, which has become a hallmark in Salvador, connect the upper and lower districts.
The 1930 Art Deco elevator connects Praça Tomé de Souza, the old town’s historic center, with Praça Cairu, the waterfront area. There is an excellent view of the lower town and the port from the terrace that is formed by Praça Tomé de Souza, the higher plaza.
Many 17th-century structures can be seen on Praça Tomé de Souza, among them the magnificent white Palácio Rio Branco, which was once the seat of the Bahian government and is one of Brazil’s most historic palaces.
Mercado Modelo
- Address: Pr. Visc. de Cayru, s/n – Comercio, Salvador – BA, 40015-170, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 18:00 (Monday – Saturday) | 09:00 – 14:00 (Sunday)
- Entrance fee: Free
Salvador’s business and commercial district extends along the port at the base of the Elevador Lacerda. The Mercado Modela, a bustling marketplace that attracts both locals and visitors, is located at the foot of the elevator. Once a Customs hold in 1861, it was converted into a market and served as a place to hold newly arrived slaves in Salvador. It is now a busy hub with restaurants on the upper level.
Basílica do Senhor do Bonfim
- Address: Largo do Bonfim, s/n – Bonfim, Salvador – BA, 40415-475, Brazil
- Entrance fee: Free
Built between 1745 and 1754, the Igreja do Senhor do Bonfim is one of Bahia’s most well-known churches. Thousands of votive offerings thanking Senhor do Bonfim for miracles worked are kept in the church’s ex-voto room.
An big crowd from Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Praia goes to the church of the Senhor do Bonfim in late January, and they wash the steps leading up to the entrance. The Festa do Bonfim is held on the Monday after this washing and is marked by performances of capoeira, a distinctively Brazilian martial art that blends dance and acrobatics, as well as traditional local food and wine.
Church and Convent of San Francisco
- Address: Largo do Cruzeiro de São Francisco, S/N – Pelourinho, Salvador – BA, 40020-280, Brazil
- Opening hours: 06:30 – 08:00 & 17:30 – 19:30 (Monday – Saturday) | 06:30 – 12:00 & 17:00 – 20:00 (Sunday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 5
São Francisco is the most elaborately decorated church in the city, with its interior flooded in gold-covered wood carvings, a feature that sets it apart from the others. It took two years to finish the high altar’s elaborate gilding.
Constructed between 1708 and 1750, the church blends Baroque and Mannerist architectural elements. The choir blends intricate wood carving with azulejo (tiled) imagery, and the ceiling is painted with sceneries and themes related to the Virgin Mary. Azulejo paintings of exceptional quality from Portugal adorn the walls of the square cloister that lies adjacent.
The wonderfully carved facade of the Franciscan Third Order church, Igreja da Terceira Ordem de Sao Francisco, is located right next to the friary church. The church’s lavish interior design, adorned with statues of saints and angels and other sculptural embellishments, surpasses the Portuguese and Italian Baroque styles, bearing a striking resemblance to the Spanish Churrigueresque style that was so well-liked in colonial Mexico.
Brasilia
Showcasing an incredible natural and architectural landscape, Brasília is home to numerous excellent attractions. The city has been granted the extremely unique title of UNESCO World Heritage, thanks to all of these factors combined. While there are many fascinating things to do in Brasilia, these are the top activities to do while in Brazil’s vibrant city for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Pontão do Lago Sul
- Address: SHIS Ql 10, 1/30 – Lago Sul, Brasília – DF, 71630-115, Brazil
- Opening hours: 07:00 – 00:00 (Sunday – Thursday) | 07:00 – 01:00 (Friday, Saturday)
- Entrance fee: Free
One of the most well-known tourist attractions in the city is the Pontao do Lago Sol entertainment complex, which is situated near Pontón Lake in Brasilia and offers unique views of the lake while you spend quality time in the enchanting outdoors. Along with the numerous kiosks arranged throughout the area, there is also a sizable cluster of eateries and coffee shops. where you can savor a variety of mouthwatering selections. Lake Paranoá is home to a display of water sports stunts performed by both amateur and professional wakeboarders and windsurfers.
Cathedral of Brasília
- Address: Esplanada dos Ministérios lote 12 – Brasília, DF, 70050-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: 08:00 – 18:00
- Entrance fee: Free
A sight to behold is the architectural wonder that is the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Brasilia. The 20-meter freestanding bell tower and the four bronze sculptures at the entrance are the first two striking views. The four evangelists—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are shown in these sculptures. Once beyond the monument, the magnificent cathedral awaits, ranking among the must-see sights in Brasilia. It is topped with sixteen curved concrete pillars that rise to the sky, forming a crown around a glass roof. It’s shocking to learn that much of the building is underground and that one must enter through a dimly lit tunnel.
Memorial JK
- Address: Eixo Monumental – Lado Oeste – Praça do Cruzeiro, Brasília – DF, 70070-300, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 18:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 10/adult & R$ 5/student & senior
life figure who led Brazil and is remembered with a magnificent monument on Praça do Cruzeiro. Oscar Niemeyer designed the monument, which is regarded by many as one of his best creations. The monument features interesting displays on the city Kubitschek envisioned and saw through to reality, including early designs, construction pictures, and other artifacts that highlight Brasilia’s history, in addition to his grave and a museum dedicated to him. The monument is a well-liked tourist destination because of its historical significance and the modern sculptures that surround it.
Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge
- Address: Brasilia – Federal District, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
Imagine crossing a bridge with features that are both incredibly impressive and authentic representations of works of art. The American Society of Engineers of Pennsylvania selected this bridge as the world’s most beautiful bridge. The Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge is located here. It joins the southern lake to the south wing. It is often referred to as the JK Bridge or the Third Bridge by residents of Brasilia, which alludes to the most recent bridge that connects the southern lake and south wing.
The bridge’s opening occurred in 2002. It’s a striking structure because of its size and elegance. It is 24 meters wide and 1,200 meters long. There are three lanes in each direction. There is also a bike lane on the sides for bikers and pedestrians.
Three Powers Plaza
- Address: Praça dos Três Poderes – Brasilia, Federal District, 70100-000, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
The Federal Supreme Court, the Congress Building, and the Presidential Office are the three government buildings that are located close to the Three Powers Square, which is regarded as one of the most well-known squares in the Brazilian capital. The Brazilian flag, which weighs over 600 kg, is the largest flag that is routinely flown in the square and is another reason for its notoriety. It was built in the year 1960. Oscar Niemeyer and Lucio Costa, two renowned architects, created the square.
Zoológico de Brasilia
- Address: Avenida das Nações, Via L 4 Sul, s/n – Asa Sul, Brasília – DF, 70610-100, Brazil
- Opening hours: 08:30 – 17:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 10
There are 826 creatures in the Brasília Zoo as of 2019; they are split among 185 different kinds of birds, reptiles, and mammals. The zoo offers a rare chance for visitors to witness a range of native Brazilian species, including the lowland tapir, the two-colored tamarin, the jaguar, the southern tamandua, the giant otter, the capybara, the maned wolf, and the great anaconda.
There are many amenities available for guests to enjoy at the Brasília Zoo. These consist of an administration building, a small open theater, kid-friendly lounges and playgrounds, an animal hospital, a picnic and camping area-equipped café, parking lots, a natural sciences museum, and a library.
MUSEU Nacional da República
- Address: Setor Cultural Sul, Lote 2 próximo à Rodoviária do Plano Piloto, Brasília – DF, 70070-150, Brazil
- Opening hours: 09:00 – 18:30 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: Free
Restored to perfection, the Museu da República is housed in the Palácio do Catete. Constructed between 1858 and 1866, the palace may be clearly identified by the bronze condors adorning its eaves. President Getúlio Vargas lived here as Brazil’s president from 1896 until his suicide in 1954. Together with housing a modest cafe, an art-house theater, and a bookstore, the museum boasts a respectable collection of Republican-era artwork and artifacts.
Parque da Cidade Sarah Kubitschek
- Address: Srps – Asa Sul, Brasília – DF, 70635-815, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
Situated in the heart of Brasilia, this expansive natural space is referred to as the world’s largest urban park. There are two hot springs, mini-flea markets, children’s play areas, and playgrounds in the park. Enjoy the lakes and fountains while jogging, walking, cycling, or just taking in the ducks that inhabit there. It’s a terrific spot to unwind, enjoy the fresh air, and engage in a variety of activities
Curitiba
Latin America’s major hub for politics, culture, and the economy is Curitiba. This forward-thinking community has experienced faster economic growth than the US average in recent years, and it has no intention of slowing down. Curitiba, Brazil, is unlike any other city in the nation to visit, with contemporary glass tube halls for bus stops and a large amount of green space per person. You’ll undoubtedly want to stay longer.
Curitiba Botanical Garden
- Address: R. Engo. Ostoja Roguski, 350 – Jardim Botânico, Curitiba – PR, 80210-391, Brazil
- Opening hours: 06:00 – 19:30
- Entrance fee: Free
In the center of the city, the Jardin Botânico de Curitiba (Jardim Botânico de Curitiba) offers both residents and tourists a peaceful haven. The centerpiece of the park is the 4,844-square-foot (450-square-meter) art nouveau greenhouse made of glass, metal, and Curitiba skyline. It was designed in the style of French royal gardens.
Thousands of Brazilian tropical plant species, including uncommon blooms, can be found in Curitiba’s botanical garden, which also features exquisite fountains and statues that you can spend hours exploring. Also, busy locals come here to unwind on the verdant lawns and take a break from the daily grind.
Museu Oscar Niemeyer
- Address: R. Mal. Hermes, 999 – Centro Cívico, Curitiba – PR, 80530-230, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 30
Constructed by and for the renowned architect, the Oscar Niemeyer Museum (Museu Oscar Niemeyer) is one of Curitiba’s most identifiable structures. Constructed in the style of an eye, the museum is positioned as its major feature, situated atop a big yellow pillar with whimsical dancing characters in black. The museum features a rotating exhibition of artists from the 20th and 21st centuries, both domestic and foreign.
Ópera de Arame – Vale da Música
- Address: R. João Gava, 920 – Abranches, Curitiba – PR, 82130-010, Brazil
- Opening hours: 10:00 – 17:50 (except Monday)
- Entrance fee: R$ 15
Ípera de Arame, often known as the Wire Opera House, is a highly notable modern architectural structure in Curitiba. Nestled in a verdant area with a lake encircling it, the theater is made completely of glass and steel pipes. It can accommodate 2,400 people in seats and accommodates both classical and popular events.
Surrounded by rich flora, the Ñpera de Arame is easily hidden. It is 29,000 square feet (2,694 square meters) in size. Visitors are permitted to enter the building for free and explore at their own pace, unless there is a performance going on.
Parque Barigui
- Address: Av. Cândido Hartmann, S/N – Bigorrilho, Curitiba – PR, 82025-160, Brazil
- Opening hours: All day
- Entrance fee: Free
Parque Barigui, one of Brazil’s oldest state parks, was founded in 1972. Covering an enormous area of 140 hectares (346 acres), the park is home to the stunning lake Vista, which spreads magnificently over 230 square meters (2476 square feet), creating an amazing panoramic scene. Among many other things, the park has a gym, a bar and restaurant, running and walking tracks, and multiple hiking paths. Parque Barigui is open year-round and is a great place to visit regardless of the season.
Catedral basílica menor de Nuestra Señora de la Luz
- Address: R. Barão do Serro Azul, 31 – Centro, Curitiba – PR, 80020-180, Brazil
- Opening hours: 11:00 – 19:00 (Monday) | 07:00 – 19:00 (Tuesday – Sunday)
- Entrance fee: Free
Strolling through the heart of Curitiba’s historic center, one cannot fail to see the towering Catedral Basílica Menor Nossa Senhora, the city’s cathedral, standing watch over Praça Tiradentes. The church, which was constructed in the Neo-Gothic style in 1876, is filled with paintings and stained-glass windows created by artists including the Italian brothers Carlos and Anacleto Garbaccio. The building’s French designer is credited with drawing inspiration from Barcelona’s Metropolitan Cathedral, another massive Gothic house of worship.
Visitors can see the chair that Pope John Paul II sat in during his 1980 visit to the city at the entry on the right-side. Historians believe that the 30-foot (nine-meter) deep hole next to the altar is the last remnant of the original building.
