Top 10 Museums in Brasilia, Federal District (DF)

June 17, 2021 Yuk Petri

Renowned for its modernist lines and futuristic design, Brasilia is a study in urban planning and the only city built in the 20th century to be counted among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Where only five years before its inception there was desert, now there are innovative buildings and imaginative monuments, ranging from the hyperboloid Cathedral of Brasilia to the lunar-esque Complexo Cultural da Republica to the glass-box Palacio da Alvorada.
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1. Memorial JK

Eixo Monumental - Lado Oeste, Praca do Cruzeiro, Brasilia, Federal District 70070-300 Brazil +55 61 3226 7860 http://www.memorialjk.com.br/bsb/indexbsb.htm
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4.5 based on 5,646 reviews

Memorial JK

Many visit the site of President Kubitschek’s memorial, featuring a tastefully inscribed plaque in honor of the beloved leader.

Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland

One of the most interesting sights in a city full of architectural wonders is the Memorial JK. I took a taxi to get here from the hotel area and then went for a long walk back, past several other interesting places. Considered as the president, who achieved the most of all for his country, Joscelino Kubitschek (often just known as 'JK') is also seen by many as the 'father of modern Brazil'. Not the least he stands behind the foundation of the new capital, Brasilia. Trained as a medical doctor this man from Minas Gerais, who as his family name betrays is a descendant - from his mother's side - of Czech immigrants, very soon started a successful political career. After he was killed at a car accident in 1976 soon later a mausoleum-memorial was built in his honour - with Oscar Niemeyer as the architect. Besides the tomb in a crypt with special light effect can be seen rooms with various personal items of his and of his wife Sarah like furniture, books, dresses, letters and many photos showing him with people like JFK, Marlon Brando, Fidel Castro, André Malraux and many many others. It all gives an insight into the man's life and also of his period in general.

2. Catetinho

BR-040 p/ Belo Horizonte, trevo do Gama, 27 km Gama, Brasilia, Federal District 71475-000 Brazil (61) 3338-8694 [email protected] http://www.df.gov.br/museu-do-catetinho-2/
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4.5 based on 608 reviews

Catetinho

Tue-Sun 9am-5pm

3. Banco do Brasil Cultural Center - CCBB DF

Trecho Sces Trecho 2, 02, Lote 22, Brasilia, Federal District 70200-002 Brazil (61) 3108-7600 [email protected] http://culturabancodobrasil.com.br/portal/distrito-federal/
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4.5 based on 3,824 reviews

Banco do Brasil Cultural Center - CCBB DF

Exhibition space, beautiful garden, theater, cinema, multimedia stage, the CCBB has been a center of reference for cultural activities in the city of Brasilia. Since its inauguration in 1993, it has been taking the institutional role for the development and preservation of all kinds of art.

Reviewed By fabiopH5292AR - Corumba de Goias, Brazil

Coffe with a nice view of JK bridge, a nice restaurant, cinema, shows, outdoor attractions, nature, free parking. Wether you are alone or with the whole family, this a place to go and find something to do. A nice mix of Art and nature. Pic nic is also an option (don't forget to pick up your trash)

4. Athos Bulcao Foundation

Quadra Cls 404 Bloco D Loja 1, Brasilia, Federal District 70238-500 Brazil +55 61 3322-7801 [email protected] http://www.fundathos.org.br
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4.5 based on 229 reviews

Athos Bulcao Foundation

The Athos Bulcão Foundation was created in 1992 and works on promoting, documenting, preserving, researching and publicing the work of Athos Bulcão, further on commercializing multiple copies of his work. The institution also develops important projects on art education, youth mobilization and patrimonial education. Visit us and check out the art of Athos Bulcão, our projects and products. Born in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Athos Bulcão (1918-2008) explored many techniques being a multiple artist. During a 70 year-long career he created paintings, drawings, engravings, sculptures and the monumental integration of art into architecture. In 1958, he moved to Brasilia where he lived until his death, in 2008. One of the most well known Brazilian artists in the 20th century, Athos found in the tilery his reatest artistic expression. His projects with Oscar Niemeyer and João Filgueira Lima, (aka Lelé) became a landmark of Brazilian architecture.

5. Museu de Valores

Setor Bancario Sul Square 3 Block B underground Sede do Banco Central 1 Building - Asa Sul - Asa Sul, Brasilia, Federal District 70074-900 Brazil +55 61 3414-1414 [email protected] http://www.bcb.gov.br/acessoinformacao/museu
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4.5 based on 475 reviews

Museu de Valores

Open Tuesday to Friday, from 9 am to 5pm (last entry 4:30 pm). Closed on national holidays. Visit the Art Gallery on 8th floor (10 am to 5 pm). Bring na ID with photo for identification. closing dates: from Dec 20th, 2019 to Jan 06th 2020.

6. Museu de Ciencias Naturais

Avenida da Nacoes Via L4 Sul, s/n Zoologico de Brasília, Brasilia, Federal District 70610-100 Brazil +55 61 3445-7032 [email protected] http://www.zoo.df.gov.br/museu-de-ciencias-naturais/
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Museu de Ciencias Naturais

7. Memorial of the Federal Public Ministry

Rua Safs Quadra 4 Lote 03 4 Conjunto C, Bloco B, Cobertura Asa Sul - Procuradoria Geral da Republica, Brasilia, Federal District 70050-900 Brazil 61-3105-6496 [email protected] http://www.pgr.mpf.mp.br
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Memorial of the Federal Public Ministry

8. Caixa Cultural Brasilia

SBS Quadra 4, Lotes 3/4 Asa Sul, Brasilia, Federal District 70092-900 Brazil +55 61 3206 9448 [email protected] http://www.caixacultural.com.br/SitePages/unidade-home.aspx?uid=1
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4.5 based on 449 reviews

Caixa Cultural Brasilia

9. National Post Office Museum

Rua Scs Quadra 4 Bloco a Lote 256 Lote 256 Asa Sul, Brasilia, Federal District 70304-915 Brazil 61-3213-5076 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

National Post Office Museum

10. Museu Historico do Senado Federal

Praca dos Tres Poderes, Brasilia, Federal District 70165-900 Brazil +55 61 3303-4029 [email protected] http://www12.senado.leg.br/institucional/museu
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Museu Historico do Senado Federal

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