Arts & Culture in Rio de Janeiro

Museu Histórico Nacional

National history museum housed in a former military fort, with many artifacts on display.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro

Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

Espaço Cultural da Marinha

History of navigation at a museum with boat trips, a submarine & a discovery ship replica.

Centro Cultural Luiz Severiano Ribeiro

Box-office movies, new releases & festivals with local theaters, plus cafés, stores & art exhibits.

Fundição Progresso

Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim

Museu Carmen Miranda

Sprawling public green space along the bay offering art museums, sports facilities & live events.

Cidade das Artes

Huge, ultra-modern cultural complex offering art shows, dance performances, music concerts & more.

Estátua de Tom Jobim

Outdoor artwork depicting the namesake composer, best-known for the song "The Girl from Ipanema."

Cecília Meireles Hall

A venue opened in 1965 by the State Office of Culture to promote chamber music & concertos.

Parque das Ruínas

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

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes

Fine-arts museum showcasing major national & international works, plus a sculpture gallery.

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)

Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

Estátua de Carlos Drummond de Andrade

The bronze, waterfront sculpture of Brazilian poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade is an iconic photo op.

Caixa Cultural

Museu do Amanhã

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

Teatro Firjan SESI Centro

Venue offering theatrical shows, music, art exhibitions & educational events for kids at low prices.

Oi Futuro Flamengo

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

Paço Imperial

Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.

Copacabana Fort (Army History Museum and Copacabana Fort)

Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.