The Rio Museum of Art, known locally as MAR, is an attraction in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, found in the Saúde district on Praça Mauá, a square near the city's port area. It is a museum devoted to art, with a focus on Brazilian work.
What you can expect
The museum presents exhibits of Brazilian art, and the setting is part of the experience. Its complex brings together historic and modern architecture, so a visit involves moving between older structures and contemporary spaces. Many visitors find the building as interesting as the works on display.
Plan your visit
- Location: Praça Mauá, 5, Saúde, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20081-240, Brazil
- Best suited to: visitors interested in Brazilian art and in architecture that mixes old and new
- Nearby: the port district of central Rio, which makes it easy to combine with a walk through the surrounding streets
If you enjoy museums that let you see a city's culture alongside its built history, the Rio Museum of Art is a worthwhile stop. Check the museum's current details before you go, as these may change.
