Between appointments, take the opportunity to explore the architecture, history, culture, nature, and flavors of the Federal Capital.
Hours, admission fees, and visiting policies are subject to each institution's rules and are subject to change without notice. Please check the official source before visiting.
Attractions shown: 20
Architecture and HeritageA modernist icon by Oscar Niemeyer: the entrance is underground, and the interior features colorful stained-glass windows that fill the nave with light.
Lote 12 — Esplanada dos Ministérios, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageThe two domes and the twin towers form the capital's postcard and house the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate.
Praça dos Três Poderes — Zona Cívico-Administrativa, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageThe civic square that brings together the Executive, Legislative and Judiciary branches, with open-air sculptures and landmarks of the country's history.
Praça dos Três Poderes, Zona Cívico-Administrativa — Zona Cívico-Administrativa, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageSeat of the Executive branch, with Niemeyer's curved columns, reflecting pools and halls tied to Brazil's political history.
Praça dos Três Poderes — Zona Cívico-Administrativa, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageConcrete arches over the water, gardens by Burle Marx and an art collection that make the visit an architectural and cultural experience.
Bloco H — entrada oeste, em frente ao Ministério da Saúde — Esplanada dos Ministérios, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageOn the shores of Lake Paranoá, the official residence of the Presidency is known for its white columns and the lightness of the ensemble.
Setor Palácio Presidencial — Setor Palácio Presidencial, Brasília - DF
Architecture and HeritageRecommendedThe sequence of identical blocks frames the Congress and reveals, on a monumental scale, Brasilia's civic layout.
Eixo Monumental, entre a Catedral e a Praça dos Três Poderes — Esplanada dos Ministérios, Brasília - DF
History and MemoryRecommendedCollections, a library and historic rooms tell the story of Juscelino Kubitschek and the building of the new capital.
Praça do Cruzeiro — Eixo Monumental Oeste, Brasília - DF
History and MemoryAt the highest point of the Monumental Axis, the cross commemorates the first Mass and frames one of the city's best-known sunsets.
Setor de Administração Municipal — Eixo Monumental Oeste, Brasília - DF
Art and CultureThe large white dome of the Cultural Complex of the Republic hosts exhibitions and events in the heart of the Esplanade.
Eixo Monumental — Setor Cultural Sul, Brasília - DF
Art and CultureExhibitions, cinema, theatre, music and gardens make up a busy programme on the shores of Lake Paranoá.
SCES Trecho 2, Lote 22 — Setor de Clubes Esportivos Sul, Brasília - DF
Art and CultureNiemeyer's spiral building houses exhibitions and activities devoted to the memory and cultures of indigenous peoples.
Praça do Cruzeiro — Eixo Monumental Oeste, Brasília - DF
Art and CultureRecommendedThousands of glass pieces in twelve shades of blue surround visitors in light and silence, one of the city's most striking visual experiences.
SEPS 702, Quadra 702 Sul — Asa Sul, Brasília - DF
Nature and LeisureRecommendedWater is part of the capital's landscape and invites strolls, sports, dining and contemplation along different stretches of the shore.
Lago Paranoá — Lago Paranoá, Brasília - DF
Nature and LeisureRecommendedThree asymmetrical arches cross Lake Paranoá and create one of the most photogenic settings in contemporary Brazilian architecture.
Ponte Juscelino Kubitschek, Eixo Rodoviário Sul — Eixo Rodoviário Sul, Brasília - DF
Nature and LeisureA small white monument facing the lake marks a quiet lookout for walking and watching the sunset.
Setor de Mansões Dom Bosco — Lago Sul, Brasília - DF
Nature and LeisureRecommendedGardens, promenades, piers and restaurants with open views of the lake make Pontão the easy choice for the end of the day.
SHIS QL 10, Conjunto 1/2 — Lago Sul, Brasília - DF
Nature and LeisureTracks, lawns, courts, lakes and gathering areas across 420 hectares of Burle Marx landscaping in the heart of the city.
SRPS — Asa Sul, Brasília - DF — 70635-815
Nature and LeisureCerrado trails, wildlife and rest areas bring visitors closer to nature just a few kilometres from the city centre.
Rodovia DF-003 (Via EPIA), km 8,5 — Zona Industrial, Brasília - DF — 70635-800
Panoramic ViewRecommendedFrom the top, visitors grasp the design of the Monumental Axis; at ground level are the craft fair and the Luminous Fountain.
Eixo Monumental, Setor de Divulgação Cultural — Setor de Divulgação Cultural, Brasília - DF — 70740-610
Three stretches, from the Monumental Axis to the lakeshore, with stops in the suggested order.
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Metropolitan Cathedral of Brasilia
A modernist icon by Oscar Niemeyer: the entrance is underground, and the interior features colorful stained-glass windows that fill the nave with light.
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