Museu Histórico de Brasília: A Capital's Oldest Museum
Discover Brasília's origins at the Museu Histórico, the city's oldest museum designed by Oscar Niemeyer, preserving the capital's rich history and heritage.
The Museu Histórico de Brasília, also known as the Museu da Cidade (City Museum), is the oldest museum in the capital, inaugurated on the same day as Brasília itself, April 21, 1960. Designed by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer, it preserves the history of the city's construction and its significance as the new capital of Brazil.
A brief summary to Museu Histórico de Brasília
- Praça dos 3 Poderes, Brasilia, Esplanada, Federal District, 70100-000, BR
- +55613323-3728
- Visit website
- 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
Local tips
- Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds and have a more intimate experience with the exhibits.
- Combine your visit with other attractions on the Praça dos Três Poderes, such as the Palácio do Planalto and the Supremo Tribunal Federal.
- Take advantage of the audio guides available to learn more about the history and significance of the museum and its exhibits.
Getting There
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Walking
From other points of interest on the Praça dos Três Poderes, such as the Palácio do Planalto or the Supremo Tribunal Federal, the Museu Histórico de Brasília is easily accessible by foot. Simply walk across the plaza, following the signs towards the Centro Cultural Três Poderes. Admission to the plaza and the museum is free.
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Public Transport
If arriving by public transport, take a bus to the Via N1 | Palácio do Planalto / Praça dos Três Poderes stop, which is a short walk to the plaza. From the Rodoviária (bus station), several bus lines will take you to the Esplanada dos Ministérios, from where you can walk to the Praça dos Três Poderes. Bus tickets cost approximately R$3.80.
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Taxi/Ride-sharing
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and 99 are readily available in Brasília. A taxi ride from the city center to the Praça dos Três Poderes will cost approximately R$20-R$40, depending on traffic and the exact starting point. Be sure to specify 'Praça dos Três Poderes' as your destination.
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