São Paulo · Brazil
Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP)
A landmark on Avenida Paulista, known for its international collection and Lina Bo Bardi’s architecture.
Country art guide
Brazil
Explore 5 art institutions across Brazil in 4 cities, then check each official source before visiting.
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Editorial overview
Understanding the art scene in Brazil
This selection of 5 places in Brazil connects museums, galleries, historic collections and contemporary practice. Use the specialisms below to shape a route around your interests.
Hours, prices and exhibitions change. Each profile therefore links to the official website instead of repeating details that may become outdated.
Destinations
Explore the cities
Each city page brings together its institutions, fields and first-party sources.
Directory
Art institutions to discover in Brazil
A documented selection designed for comparing places and continuing to primary sources.
Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes is an art institution in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
Curitiba · Brazil
Oscar Niemeyer Museum
Oscar Niemeyer Museum is an art institution in Curitiba, Brazil. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
São Paulo · Brazil
Pinacoteca de São Paulo
A major museum of Brazilian visual art from the nineteenth century to contemporary creation.
Recife · Brazil
Ricardo Brennand Institute
Ricardo Brennand Institute is an art institution in Recife, Brazil. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
Plan your visit
Three checks before you go
- 01Confirm hours, closures and access conditions on the official website.
- 02Check booking, admission prices and rules for bags or photography.
- 03Group venues by neighbourhood and allow enough time for permanent collections.