Espaço Lucio Costa, Brasilia Travel Guide
Discover the urban plan of Brasília at Espaço Lucio Costa, a museum honoring the city's visionary architect, located at Praça dos Três Poderes.
Espaço Lucio Costa, located beneath the Praça dos Três Poderes, is a museum dedicated to Lúcio Costa, the urban planner of Brasília. It features a large-scale model of the city and exhibits related to its design and construction.
A brief summary to Espaço Lucio Costa
- Praça dos Três Poderes, Brasilia, Brasília, Federal District, BR
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- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Know before you go
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- Visit in the late afternoon for the best lighting and fewer crowds.
- Combine your visit with other attractions in the Praça dos Três Poderes, such as the Palácio do Planalto and the Panteão da Pátria.
- Check out the Casa de Chá (tea house) nearby for a relaxing break.
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Getting There
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Walking
From the main area of Praça dos Três Poderes, Espaço Lucio Costa is located underground in the center of the square. Look for signs directing you to the entrance. Admission is free.
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Public Transport
Take the Metro to the Central Station, which is connected to the main bus terminal (Rodoviária). From the Rodoviária, take a bus that circulates the Plano Piloto. Get off at Praça dos Três Poderes. The museum is located underground in the center of the square. A single bus fare within Brasília costs between R$3.80 and R$5.50.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
From anywhere in the Plano Piloto, a taxi or ride-share to Praça dos Três Poderes is a convenient option. Expect to pay around R$35-R$45 from the airport. Within the city center, fares should be lower. Uber has an initial fare of R$2.70, plus R$1.25 per km and R$0.18 per minute.
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