Free things to do in Brasília
19 places in Brasília you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free museums & galleries in Brasília
- Espaço Cultural Lúcio Costa - Maquete de Brasília
- Museu Histórico de BrasíliaTue–Sun 09:00-18:00
- "Honestino Guimarães" National MuseumSetor Cultural Sul Lote 2Tue–Sun 09:00-18:30
Free landmarks & monuments in Brasília
- Brasilia - Cultural Heritage of Humanity
- Monumento Israel Pinheiro
- Obelisco Militar de Brasília
- Os Candangos
- Pira da Liberdade
- Pombal
- Templo da Boa Vontade
Free parks & viewpoints in Brasília
- Republica Cultural Complex
- Parque Ana Lídia
- Brasília National Park
- Parque Olhos d'ÁguaMon–Sun 05:30-20:00
- Praça Cívica (Praça dos Cristais)
- Praça do Buriti
- Praça Índio Pataxó Galdino Jesus dos Santos
- Praça Portugal
- Teatro de Arena da UnBOpen 24/7
When museums in Brazil open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Brasília
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Brasília, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked