Museu Afro Brasil: A Celebration of Afro-Brazilian Heritage

Explore the rich heritage of Afro-Brazilians through art, history, and culture at São Paulo's Museu Afro Brasil in Ibirapuera Park.

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Located in Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo, the Museu Afro Brasil is dedicated to the history, art, and culture of Afro-Brazilians. Housed in a building designed by Oscar Niemeyer, the museum boasts a collection of over 6,000 items, showcasing the profound influence of African heritage on Brazilian society.

A brief summary to Museu Afro Brasil

Portão 10, Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n, São Paulo, Vila Mariana, State of São Paulo, 04094-050, BR
+55113320-8900

Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
Thursday 10 am-5 pm
Friday 10 am-5 pm
Saturday 10 am-5 pm
Sunday 10 am-5 pm

Local tips

Visit on Saturdays for free admission.
Purchase the English museum guide for a better understanding of the exhibits, as not all displays have English text.
Allow at least two to three hours to fully explore the museum's extensive collection.
Combine your visit with other attractions in Ibirapuera Park, such as the São Paulo Museum of Modern Art and the Japanese Pavilion.

Getting There

Public Transport

From Paraíso or Ana Rosa Metro Stations (Blue and Green lines), take a bus to Ibirapuera Park. Several bus lines serve the park. Check local transit apps for the most direct route. A single metro or bus fare costs R$5.20.
Taxi/Ride-Share

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and 99 are readily available in São Paulo. A short trip from nearby neighborhoods to Ibirapuera Park will likely cost between R$20 and R$40, depending on traffic and distance. Be aware that taxi fares may have a start fee of R$4.50, kilometer fee, and wait time fee.
Walking

If you are already in Ibirapuera Park, follow the signs to Portão 10 on Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral. The Museu Afro Brasil is located in the Pavilhão Padre Manoel da Nóbrega. From the park's entrance, it's approximately a 600-meter walk to the museum.
Driving

Drive to Ibirapuera Park and enter through gates 3 or 7. Parking is available within the park. Parking fees are R$11.00 on weekdays and R$13.00 on weekends and holidays. From the parking area, it is approximately a 600-meter walk to the Museu Afro Brasil.

Discover more about Museu Afro Brasil

The Museu Afro Brasil, established in 2004 by Emanoel Araújo, is a history, artistic, and ethnographic museum dedicated to the research, preservation, and exhibition of objects and works related to the cultural sphere of black people in Brazil. It is located within Ibirapuera Park, in the Pavilhão Padre Manoel da Nóbrega, a building designed in 1959 by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer. The museum's collection comprises over 6,000 items, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, documents, and artifacts created between the 15th century and the present day. These pieces cover a wide range of subjects, such as religion, labor, art, the African diaspora, and slavery, illustrating the historical trajectory and African influences in the construction of Brazilian society. The museum is considered the largest Afro-descendant art collection in the Americas. The Museu Afro Brasil plays a crucial role in fostering an appreciation for Afro-Brazilian culture, combating racial prejudice, and promoting social inclusion. Through its diverse exhibits and educational programs, the museum highlights the immense contributions of Afro-Brazilians to Brazil's cultural, social, and political landscape. Visitors can explore the history of the transatlantic slave trade, the struggles and triumphs of Afro-Brazilians, and the enduring legacy of African traditions in Brazilian life. The museum also offers a diverse range of cultural and didactic activities, temporary expositions, a theater, and a specialized library. Guided tours are available in multiple languages and can be booked in advance.

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Obelisco e Monumento Mausoléu ao Soldado Constitucionalista de 32

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A towering monument in São Paulo honoring the heroes of the 1932 Constitutionalist Revolution and their fight for democracy.

Obelisco e Monumento Mausoléu ao Soldado Constitucionalista de 32

Obelisco do Ibirapuera

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Praça Nossa Senhora do Brasil

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Moema

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Praça Alexandre de Gusmão

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Santo Grão - Itaim

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Unmissable attractions to see

Parque Ibirapuera - Portão 10

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Auditório Ibirapuera - Oscar Niemeyer

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Ibirapuera Park

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Monumento às Bandeiras

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Oca

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São Paulo Museum of Modern Art

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Museum of Contemporary Art at the University of São Paulo

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Aura Spa

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Xingu Museum

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Casa das Rosas

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Japan House São Paulo

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Restaurante All Seasons

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Fame Osteria

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The View Bar

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Piselli Jardins

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Restaurante Tarsila

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Restaurante Emiliano

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Charco Restaurante

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Museu Afro Brasil: A Celebration of Afro-Brazilian Heritage

A brief summary to Museu Afro Brasil

Local tips

Getting There

Public Transport

Taxi/Ride-Share

Walking

Driving

Unlock the Best of Museu Afro Brasil

Buy tickets

Book tours with entry

Book tours without entry

Discover more about Museu Afro Brasil

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Obelisco e Monumento Mausoléu ao Soldado Constitucionalista de 32

Obelisco do Ibirapuera

Obelisk of São Paulo

Hotel Unique

Praça Reino de Marrocos

Praça das Guianas

ibis budget São Paulo Jardins

Beth-El

Banzeiro Restaurant - São Paulo

Praça Adolfo Bloch

Praça Nossa Senhora do Brasil

D.O.M.

Moema

Praça Alexandre de Gusmão

Santo Grão - Itaim

Unmissable attractions to see

Parque Ibirapuera - Portão 10

Auditório Ibirapuera - Oscar Niemeyer

Ibirapuera Park

Monumento às Bandeiras

Oca

São Paulo Museum of Modern Art

Praça Ayrton Senna do Brasil

Museum of Contemporary Art at the University of São Paulo

Museum Institute Biologico

Aura Spa

Xingu Museum

Casa das Rosas

Instituto Itaú Cultural

Mirante - Sesc Avenida Paulista

Japan House São Paulo

Essential places to dine

TastelT Restaurante

Chez Claude São Paulo

Jiquitaia

Tatini Restaurante

Sevillano Bistrô

La Ventana Parrilla

Restaurante All Seasons

Fame Osteria

RUELLA Bistrô

Restaurante Quintal Verde - São Paulo

The View Bar

Piselli Jardins

Restaurante Tarsila

Restaurante Emiliano

Charco Restaurante

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Jardim Pamplona Shopping

FOM Pátio Paulista

Pátio Paulista Mall

Galeria Jardins

Arbache Marketplace

Galeria Ouro Fino

Maison Spa

Shopping Cidade São Paulo

Shops Jardins

Loja Natura Avenida Paulista

LACREAM

Rosa Louca

Galeria Melissa

Alcaçuz Off Price Moema

Chill N Shop - Loja Colaborativa

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Skye

cava bar