5 cultural centers in Rio that you must visit

When we’re at a new city, going through its cultural centers to know a little bit more about the place gives us a sense of closeness to that place, doesn’t it? It’s always a great tips for those who are in an hotel in rio and are searching for cultural programs with affordable prices.

Rio de Janeiro is full of incredible cultural centers. Most of them are in downtown, which guarantees easy access from any point of the city. In addition, prices always fit in the pocket (and some even have free entry).

To help you draw your cultural itinerary in Rio, we’ve separated 5 special cultural centers in Rio that you can’t miss!

Cultural centers to visit in Rio

Light Cultural Center

The Light Cultural Center is a pioneer in Rio’s Port Zone among cultural centers and has been there since 1994. With a historical collection with more than one million items, it still presents us the Light Energy Museum, a playful and interactive space that makes us reflect on the forms of generation and use of electric energy and its relation to the environment. In addition, this cultural center also features the Lamartine Babo Theater, Espaço Di Cavalcanti and other attractions.

Address: Marechal Floriano Avenue, 168 – Downtown
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 10am to 5pm. Free entrance.

Correios Cultural Center

Part of Rio’ cultural corridor, Correios Cultural Center is a mansion of the early twentieth century and, for more than fifty years, was the Post Office’s headquarters. It was reopened in 1992 to receive the Ecological Exhibition 92 and remains as a cultural center to this day. Offering a theater with capacity for 200 people, art galleries and bistro, the center always has interesting exhibitions.

Address: Visconde de Itaboraí Street, 20 – Downtown
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 12am to 7pm
Free entrance.

Federal Justice Cultural Center

Linked to the Presidency of the Federal Regional Court of the 2nd Region, the Cultural Center is located in the former seat of the Federal Supreme Court of Rio. It is recognized for encouraging and ensuring that the population has access to various forms of cultural expression, exhibitions, dance and music presentations, movie festivals, plays, courses, lectures and seminars. An unmissable tip for you who is staying in one of our hotels in downtown Rio.

Address: Rio Branco Avenue, 241 – Downtown
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 12am to 7pm
Visitation is free, but tickets for theater and movie events are charged.

Caixa Cultural

Caixa Cultural is located in Caixa Econômica’s headquarters and was inaugurated in 2006. Reference of cultural centers, the site houses an arena theater, two cinemas, four art galleries and workshop and rehearsal rooms.

Address: Almirante Barroso Avenue, 25 – Downtown
Opening hours: visit from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 9pm; Ticket office from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 8pm
Visitation and exhibitions are free and shows have popular prices.

Banco do Brasil Cultural Center

Opened in 1989, the Banco do Brasil Cultural Center quickly became one of the most importants in the country. It’s the most visited cultural centers in Brazil and the 20th most visited in the world. It has been the stage of several international exhibitions and presents us cinemas, galleries and theaters. In addition, it also houses the Historical Archive and the Banco do Brasil Museum. If you want to enjoy this place to the fullest, consider staying at our downtown Rio de Janeiro hotel.

Address: Primeiro de Março Street, 66 – Downtown
Opening hours: from Wednesday to Monday from 9am to 9pm
The exhibitions are free (passwords are distributed 1h before the event) and the other events cost from R$10 to R$20.

Count on Rede Rio Hotels

The hotels in downtown Rio de Janeiro and hotel lapa rio de janeiro from Rede Rio Hotels are ideal for those who want to visit the cultural centers of Rio. They are close to the main attractions, which allows you quiet visits. Contact us and get to know our Arosa, the most requested hotel among the hotels in lapa rio de janeiro, close to the cultural centers of the Worderful City!