- Address: Avenida Rio Branco, 219 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20040-009, Brazil
- Hours: Weekdays - Monday to Friday - 10 am to 5 pm Saturdays, Sundays and holidays - 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm
National Library
The library is open for public use and wows visitors with its elegant red-carpeted staircase and eclectic interior flourishes. One of the most valuable holdings inside is the late-19th century photography collection of Empress Theresa Christina Maria, Naples-born wife of Brazil’s second emperor, Pedro II, which was recognized by UNESCO for its historical significance and given to the library after her death by Pedro on the condition that the collection would be named for her. Despite moving the national capital to Brasília in 1960, a branch of the National Library didn’t open there until 2006.
Tours & Tickets
Rio de Janeiro Historical Architecture Sightseeing Tour
There’s so much more to Rio de Janeiro than Carnival and Copacabana. On this 4-hour guided tour, visit some of Rio’s most beautiful historical buildings and ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Rio de Janeiro Essential Day Tour
Enjoy a thorough city tour of Rio de Janeiro. Ascend to the Christ the Redeemer statue early in the morning and be one of the first to see it. Walk down the ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Private Tour: Santa Teresa and Historic Center with Photo Service
Enjoy a private combo tour with a professional photographer. Visit the Historic Center and Santa Teresa and take home a digital album in high resolution.Your ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Corcovado Mountain, Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain Day Tour
Combine two of Rio's most popular tours on a full-day excursion packed with breathtaking views. In the morning, you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and have the ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Sugar Loaf Mountain Half-Day Tour
Spend the morning at Sugar Loaf Mountain, one of Rio de Janeiro's most famous icons. You'll take a breathtaking ride in a cable car to the top of the Sugar ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Small-Group Rio de Janeiro in a Day Tour
Enjoy a tour in Rio de Janeiro's most iconic attractions and visit Corcovado and Sugar Loaf on the same day and the best time for you. We will take your also ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Rio de Janeiro Shore Excursion: Corcovado Mountain, Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain Day Tour
Combine two of Rio's most popular tours on a full-day shore excursion packed with breathtaking views. Int he morning, you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Rio Walking Tour with More Than 15 Attractions
Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro by subway. Small groups, learn more about Rio with a "Carioca Tour Guide" - Cultural, Historical Tour. Visit the main ... Read more
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
