Fundição Progresso

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you spend time at Arcos da Lapa. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Climb this urban staircase to experience one of Rio’s largest and most useful public art projects, a series of mosaics created singlehandedly by a much-loved Rio personality.

Watch a concert or a ballet at this century-old opera house, which glitters just as it did in the early 1900s, thanks to a painstaking 2008 renovation.

Brazilian paintings of the 19th and 20th century, works by European masters and pieces of African art make up this museum’s extensive collection.

Explore the great outdoors at Tiradentes Square, a lovely green space in Rio de Janeiro. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

This historic church and convent in Rio de Janeiro contains exceedingly beautiful oil paintings, rare religious artifacts and interesting rooms.