Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito dos Homens Pretos: A Spiritual Gem in Rio

Getting There

• Car

  From Serra dos Órgãos National Park, take the BR-116 highway towards Rio de Janeiro. After approximately 40 kilometers, follow the signs for the city center (Centro) and merge onto Av. Presidente Vargas. Continue straight until you reach R. Uruguaiana. Turn left onto R. Uruguaiana, and the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito dos Homens Pretos will be on your right at number 77. Parking is available nearby, but be mindful of local parking regulations.

• Public Transportation

  From Serra dos Órgãos National Park, take a bus to the nearest major bus terminal, which is in Teresópolis. Look for a bus that goes to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival at the Rio de Janeiro bus terminal (Rodoviária Novo Rio), transfer to the metro or take a taxi. If taking the metro, board the Line 2 (Green Line) towards 'Botafogo' and change at 'Carioca' station to Line 1 (Orange Line) towards 'Jardim Oceânico'. Get off at 'Cinelândia' station. From Cinelândia, it's a 10-minute walk to R. Uruguaiana. Head southeast on Av. Rio Branco, turn left onto R. Uruguaiana, and the church will be at number 77. Keep a small amount of cash ready for bus and metro fares.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing Service

  For a more direct route, consider using a taxi or ride-sharing service (like Uber) from your location in Serra dos Órgãos National Park. Simply request a ride to R. Uruguaiana, 77, Centro, Rio de Janeiro. This will provide door-to-door service; however, it may be more expensive than public transport, typically costing around R$150-200 depending on traffic conditions.