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1. Instituto Moreira Salles
Gávea | FilmSurrounded by beautiful gardens, spectacular modernist architecture, and an interesting museum, the institute creates the perfect atmosphere...Read More
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2. Theatro Municipal
Centro | OperaBuilt in 1909, the stunning Municipal Theater at Cinelândia is the city's main performing-arts venue, hosting dance, opera, symphony concerts...Read More
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3. Acadêmicos do Salgueiro
Andaraí | DanceThe samba school Salguiero holds its pre-Carnival rehearsals only on Saturdays, from 10 pm. The school also runs Samba Experience events from...Read More
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4. Beija-Flor
Nilópolis | DanceThe several-times winner of Rio's annual Samba School competition, Beija-Flor holds public rehearsals on Thursdays at 9 pm in the months leading...Read More
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5. Centro Cultural Luiz Severiano Ribeiro
Cinelândia | FilmThe last remaining movie palace in historic Cinelândia—once the focal point of moviegoing activity in Rio—is one of the most well-preserved...Read More
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6. Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas
Santa Teresa | MusicWith a glorious view of Guanabara Bay and downtown, the Parque das Ruinas houses the remains of a mansion building that was Rio's bohemian epicenter...Read More
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7. Cidade das Artes
Barra da Tijuca | ConcertsThis enormous cultural complex and live-music venue opened in 2013 and is now the largest concert hall in South America, seating 1,780. Designed...Read More
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8. Escola de Música da UFRJ
Lapa | MusicThe music school auditorium, inspired by the Salle Gaveau in Paris, has 1,100 seats, and you can listen to chamber music, symphony orchestras...Read More
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9. Estação Net Ipanema
Ipanema | FilmThe charming two-screen Estação Net Ipanema cinema is part of a lively area of small restaurants and bookstores, perfect for hanging out before...Read More
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10. Estação Primeira de Mangueira
Mangueira | DanceOne of the most popular schools and always a challenger for the Carnival title, Estação Primeira holds its rehearsals on Saturdays at 10 pm. ...Read More
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11. HSBC Arena
Barra da Tijuca | ConcertsHSBC Arena hosts big-name rock and pop stars....Read More
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12. KM de Vantagens Hall
Barra da Tijuca | MusicThis huge venue hosts some of the biggest Brazilian and international names playing in Rio, such as Caetano Veloso, Adele, Smashing Pumpkins...Read More
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13. Sala Cecília Meireles
Lapa | MusicA popular concert venue for classical music in the city, the Sala hosts regular performances in a midsize hall and is known for its excellent...Read More
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14. Teatro das Artes
Gávea | TheaterLocated in a shopping mall in well-heeled Gavea, this theater hosts popular productions. Two smaller theaters are reserved for less commercial...Read More
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15. Teatro João Caetano
Centro | TheaterThe city's oldest theater dates to 1813, and while the building itself is less than spectacular, the 1,200-seat venue hosts some interesting...Read More
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16. Teatro Villa-Lobos
Copacabana | TheaterThis 463-seat theater close to Copacabana Beach presents excellent drama productions and occasional dance performances. ...Read More
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