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Brasília: A Journey Through Modernity

Rafa Plata Escobar

Rafa Plata Escobar

20 Nov 2023

Discover the architectural wonders and cultural landmarks of Brasília, the capital of Brazil, in this 6-day itinerary for one person.

Trip to Brasília

Day 1
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$28

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$ 3

Queen of Peace Military Cathedral
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
5 - 6 min

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Memorial JK
Oscar Niemeyer–designed museum with exhibits about former Brazilian president Juscelino Kubitschek.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$18
8 - 11 min

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Palácio do Buriti
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
Day 2
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$18

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$ 3

Santuário São João Bosco
Church distinguished by its blue floor-to-ceiling windows on all sides & a huge Murano chandelier.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
10 - 12 min

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MUSEU Nacional da República
Iconic white-domed building by Oscar Niemeyer hosting art exhibitions & cultural events.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
8 - 12 min

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Cathedral of Brasília
Modern Roman Catholic church designed by Niemeyer in 1970 & containing stained glass & sculptures.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 3
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$13

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$ 3

Athos Bulcão Foundation
Local establishment featuring educational workshops for teens to create contemporary artwork.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
7 - 9 min

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Temple Shin Buddhist Pure Land - Brasilia
Shin Buddhist temple, inaugurated in 1973, with an annual festival featuring Japanese food & dance.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
12 - 17 min

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Temple of Good Will
Modern religious complex featuring a 7-sided pyramid with a spiral floor & a massive crystal on top.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
Day 4
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$30

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$ 3

Our Lady of Fatima Church
Modern Catholic church with a triangular roof covered with ceramic tiles, consecrated in 1958.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
11 - 14 min

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Palácio Itamaraty
Oscar Niemeyer's futuristic ministry building (also known as Itamaraty Palace), art space & gardens.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Palace of Justice - Ministry of Justice
Imposing concrete building, with waterfalls on its facade, designed by Oscar Niemeyer in the 1970s.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
10 - 15 min

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Supremo Tribunal Federal
Iconic, Oscar Niemayer-designed building housing the country's highest court of appeal.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
Day 5
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$8

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$ 3

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - Brasília
Cultural center with a modern, stilted design housing contemporary art galleries, a cinema & a cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
23 - 28 min

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Mosteiro de São Bento de Brasília
Serene monastery complex featuring Gregorian chant masses & a store selling goods made by the monks.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
Day 6
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$58

Planalto Palace
Building featuring the presidential office & circa-1960 modern design by Oscar Neimeyer, with tours.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
6 - 9 min

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Three Powers Plaza
Niemeyer-designed plaza housing government & known for the world's largest continuously flying flag.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
15 - 22 min

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National Congress
Modern, Oscar Niemeyer-designed complex housing Brazil's legislature & featuring tours & exhibits.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$153
Transport:$11