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Rio de Janeiro - Museums


Things to Do: Museums

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

You’ll find historical spots, spectacular views, a beautiful waterfall, a small chapel and unusual trees in this dense, tropical national park, probably best explored by jeep tour.

Attraction type: Beach; National park; Hiking trail; Natural history museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

This complex, situated on the beautiful grounds of the former imperial palace, contains the Museu Nacional, the Jardim Zoologico, pools and statues.

Attraction type: Zoo; Historic site; Museum complex
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

world's biggest Soccer stadium

Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field; Sports museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Religious site; Museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

The world’s largest collection of primitive paintings from the 15th century to the present day is housed in this colonial mansion, once the art studio of Brazilian painter Eliseu Visconti.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Inside this French Renaissance-style building is a collection of paintings by Brazil's finest contemporary artists as well as an impressive array of folk and African art.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Museum; Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

This is a tranquil area of Rio that is surrounded by nature and has beautiful beaches. The Casa do Pontal Museum is R$10 reais to get in and had nice sculptures and interesting art.  A nearby place...

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Situated in a bohemian neighborhood, and providing great views of the bay from its hilltop location, this museum contains 20th century masterpieces by the likes of Degas, Matisse and Picasso as well as works by prominent Brazilian modernists.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #44 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Military museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #48 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Gay bar; Art gallery; Dance club/disco
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #63 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

Appropriately set in an old colonial building, this museum contains stunning artifacts, including coins, cannons, documents and religious art, which provide a glimpse into Brazilian history.

Attraction type: Museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #67 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #77 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
Attraction type: Museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #80 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

An impressive collection of the likes of Picasso, Max Ernst, Rodin, Brancusi and other artists from Brazil and elsewhere is housed in this concrete and glass building in Flamengo Park.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #81 of 111 attractions in Rio de Janeiro

The 1940s Hollywood actress and singer is remembered in this museum that displays her knockout costumes, jewelry and five-inch high, sequin-covered shoes, as well as records, movie posters and other memorabilia.

Attraction type: Speciality museum; Speciality shop
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Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Theatre; Art gallery; Natural history museum
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