Niterói Day Trip + Contemporary Art Museum
Day Trip Details
At the scheduled time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Rio de Janeiro and set off for the neighboring city of Niterói. Everyone ready?
During the journey, we’ll pass through Guanabara Bay and cross the impressive Rio-Niterói Bridge. Along the way, you’ll enjoy unbeatable panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, including parts of its mountains and historic buildings.
Once at our destination, we’ll follow the Niemeyer Route. This is a tour of a group of buildings designed by the prestigious Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, created as part of an urban and artistic revitalization project for the city.
Throughout the tour, we’ll admire landmarks such as the Teatro Popular, the Oscar Niemeyer Foundation, the Roberto Silveira Memorial, Praça JK, and the modern Petrobras Brazilian Cinema Center. At each stop, you’ll learn about different aspects of the city’s architectural history.
We’ll wrap up the tour at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Considered one of Niemeyer’s masterpieces, this building will impress you with its futuristic, circular design, giving the impression that it’s floating above the Boa Viagem viewpoint. From here, you’ll also enjoy stunning views of Rio de Janeiro’s skyline.
Finally, we’ll return to the starting point, where the tour will end after a total of 5 hours.
Hotel Pickup
Please note that this activity includes pickup only from hotels located in Rio de Janeiro’s South Zone (Ipanema, Leme, Copacabana, and Leblon).
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Portuguese.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Contemporary Art Museum
When to book?
You can book up until 4 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Rio Passeios E Trilhas Corporate name: THAIS RIBEIRO BARBOSA 15573784790 Registered Office: Rua Sá Ferreira 135, Copacabana, Rio de Jeneiro, Brazil Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): CNPJ 29156184000165 Contact information Email: turismoriodejaneiroexp@gmail.com Phone: 21 98581-3562
If you have any other questions please contact us.