The Museu Oscar Niemeyer is a museum of architecture, art and design, set in the Centro Cívico of Curitiba, in the Brazilian state of Paraná. Its address is on Rua Marechal Hermes, number 999, in the city's civic centre area.
The building is the first thing most visitors notice. Its futuristic form is topped by a tower shaped like an eye, which gives the museum a striking presence in the civic district. Whether you come for the building itself or for what is inside, the visit is a good way to spend time in this part of the city.
What you will find inside
The museum displays its collection across 12 rooms. The exhibitions cover architecture, art and design, so a visit can move between different kinds of work without changing location. Because the rooms are arranged in one building, it is easy to see a range of material in a single trip.
Planning your visit
- Location: Centro Cívico, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
- Best suited to: visitors interested in modern architecture, art and design.
- Around it: the civic centre is a natural area to explore on foot, with other public buildings nearby.
If you are already in Curitiba and enjoy modern architecture, the museum makes a focused and rewarding stop. Check the museum's current arrangements before you go, as details of opening times and tickets are not covered here.