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Estátua de Tom Jobim
Outdoor artwork depicting the namesake composer, best-known for the song "The Girl from Ipanema."
Paço Imperial
Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.
Fundição Progresso
Cidade das Artes
Huge, ultra-modern cultural complex offering art shows, dance performances, music concerts & more.

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes
Fine-arts museum showcasing major national & international works, plus a sculpture gallery.
Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim
Caixa Cultural

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

Museu do Amanhã
Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

Museu Histórico Nacional
National history museum housed in a former military fort, with many artifacts on display.
Museu Carmen Miranda
Sprawling public green space along the bay offering art museums, sports facilities & live events.
Teatro Firjan SESI Centro
Venue offering theatrical shows, music, art exhibitions & educational events for kids at low prices.

Espaço Cultural da Marinha
History of navigation at a museum with boat trips, a submarine & a discovery ship replica.
Estátua de Carlos Drummond de Andrade
The bronze, waterfront sculpture of Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade is an iconic photo op.

Copacabana Fort (Army History Museum and Copacabana Fort)
Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.

Cecília Meireles Hall
A venue opened in 1965 by the State Office of Culture to promote chamber music & concertos.
Centro Cultural Luiz Severiano Ribeiro
Box-office movies, new releases & festivals with local theaters, plus cafés, stores & art exhibits.

Parque das Ruínas
Park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion, plus live outdoor concerts & a cafe.

Oi Futuro Flamengo
Contemporary space combining technology exhibits, cultural events & a popular cafe on the top floor.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.