National Theater & National Library Guided Tour, Admission & Transfer Discount Tickets

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Overview

Let us discover the secrets behind two cultural institutions of Brazil: The National Theater and the National Library. Located in Downtown Rio, these two landmarks are known for their imponent building, impressive architecture and the striking sculptures and designs inside them. Tickets for the National Theater cannot be bought in advance, so they are subject to availability at the time of your visit. Tour guide, entrance to the National Theater and the National Library and roundtrip transfer included.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).

Pickup Information

Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Downtown (Centro). Contact us back to adjust the pickup time. For Barra da Tijuca/ Recreio we provide pick-up for an additional rate per person.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Inaugurated in 1909, the National Theater is one of the most important theaters in Brazil. The National Theater – or Theatro Municipal, as we call it in Portuguese - has drawn the attention of international artists and important names from Brazilian culture, including dancers, musicians, and opera singers. Since the 1930s, the Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro has maintained its artistic independence and is the only Brazilian institution to have its own choir, a symphony orchestra, and ballet company.
Duration: 90 mins
2. Biblioteca Nacional
The biggest library in Latin America was founded in 1810 by D. João VI, the King of Portugal. The National Library – or Biblioteca Nacional, as we call it in Portuguese - has an archive of almost 9 million items with rare books, manuscripts, original letters written by Princess Isabel, the first newspapers printed in the country, and two copies of the precious Mainz Psalter Bible, printed in 1492. By law, a copy of every book published in Brazil must be held in the library. As the oldest cultural institution in the country, during your visit you see Brazil, quite literally, through the pages of history.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

Driver/guide

In-vehicle air conditioning

Tickets to visit the National Theater and National Library

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair accessible, but not for all areas.

We do not operate this tour on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and Carnival season.

Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.

Special events at the National Theater and National Library may affect the tour. We contact you in advance to advise you.

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers per Minivan.

Minimum of 2 people are required for this activity to take place.

Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.

Supplied by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda

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