Brasilia, Brazil-5-day-itinerary

Day 1: Monday

  • 9:00 am: Start the day at the iconic Catedral Metropolitana, a large Catholic cathedral with stunning architecture.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Take bus 203 or 204 from the city center to the cathedral stop
  • 11:00 am: Visit the Itamaraty Palace (Palácio do Itamaraty), the official residence of the Brazilian president.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 1:00 pm: Grab lunch at Café Diplomático, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Brazilian cuisine.
    • Address: Setor Central, Brasília DF
    • Price range: R$ 20-40 (≈ $5-$10 USD)
  • 3:00 pm: Explore the Brasilia National Museum (Museu Nacional de Brasília), showcasing the city’s history and culture.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 6:00 pm: Enjoy dinner at Restaurante do Pátio, a popular spot for local cuisine and live music.
    • Address: Setor Central, Brasília DF
    • Price range: R$ 30-50 (≈ $8-$13 USD)
  • Stay overnight at the Grand Plaza Brasília Hotel, a comfortable option with modern amenities.
    • Address: Av. W5 Sul, QNM - Taguatinga
    • Prices from R$ 150 (≈ $38 USD) per night

Day 2: Tuesday

  • 9:00 am: Visit the União das Cidades Capitais do Brasil (Union of Brazilian Capitals), a cultural and artistic complex.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Take bus 205 or 206 from the city center to the complex stop
  • 11:00 am: Explore the Parque da Cidadania (Citizens’ Park), a large urban park with gardens and walking trails.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 1:00 pm: Grab lunch at Restaurante do Parque, a casual spot serving sandwiches and salads.
    • Address: Parque da Cidadania, Setor Hoteleiro Norte
    • Price range: R$ 15-30 (≈ $4-$8 USD)
  • 3:00 pm: Visit the Brasilia Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Brasília), showcasing modern and contemporary art.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 6:00 pm: Enjoy dinner at Restaurante do Museu, a restaurant located within the museum complex.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Price range: R$ 40-60 (≈ $10-$15 USD)

Day 3: Wednesday

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Eduardo Lourenço Museum of Dance and Movement (Museu da Dança e Movimento), a unique cultural institution.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Take bus 205 or 206 from the city center to the museum stop
  • 11:00 am: Explore the Brasilia Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico de Brasília), a beautiful garden with various plant species.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 1:00 pm: Grab lunch at Restaurante do Jardim, a casual spot serving salads and sandwiches.
    • Address: Brasilia Botanical Garden, Setor Hoteleiro Norte
    • Price range: R$ 15-30 (≈ $4-$8 USD)
  • 3:00 pm: Visit the Brasilia Contemporary Art Gallery (Galeria de Arte Contemporânea de Brasília), showcasing local and national art.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 6:00 pm: Enjoy dinner at Restaurante do Galeria, a restaurant located within the gallery complex.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Price range: R$ 40-60 (≈ $10-$15 USD)

Day 4: Thursday

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Brasilia National Congress (Congresso Nacional de Brasília), the official parliament of Brazil.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Take bus 203 or 204 from the city center to the congress stop
  • 11:00 am: Explore the Brasilia Museum of Natural History (Museu de História Natural), showcasing the region’s natural history.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 1:00 pm: Grab lunch at Café do Congresso, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Brazilian cuisine.
    • Address: Congresso Nacional de Brasília, Praça dos Três Poderes
    • Price range: R$ 20-40 (≈ $5-$10 USD)
  • 3:00 pm: Visit the Brasilia Memorial Museum (Museu do Memorial), commemorating the city’s founding.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 6:00 pm: Enjoy dinner at Restaurante do Memorial, a restaurant located within the museum complex.
    • Address: Praça dos Três Poderes, s/n - Setor Central
    • Price range: R$ 30-50 (≈ $8-$13 USD)

Day 5: Friday

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Brasilia Zoo (Zoológico de Brasília), a small but interesting zoo with various animal species.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Take bus 205 or 206 from the city center to the zoo stop
  • 11:00 am: Explore the Brasilia Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico de Brasília), a beautiful garden with various plant species.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 1:00 pm: Grab lunch at Restaurante do Jardim, a casual spot serving salads and sandwiches.
    • Address: Brasilia Botanical Garden, Setor Hoteleiro Norte
    • Price range: R$ 15-30 (≈ $4-$8 USD)
  • 3:00 pm: Visit the Brasilia Museum of Contemporary Art (Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Brasília), showcasing modern and contemporary art.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Getting there: Same as above
  • 6:00 pm: Enjoy dinner at Restaurante do Museu, a restaurant located within the museum complex.
    • Address: Setor Hoteleiro Norte, Brasília DF
    • Price range: R$ 40-60 (≈ $10-$15 USD)

Getting Around

  • Taxis: widely available throughout the city
  • Buses: an extensive network of buses connecting various neighborhoods and attractions
  • Car rental: several car rental companies have offices in Brasilia

Tips

  • Weather: Brasilia has a tropical savanna climate with high temperatures during the day and mild temperatures at night.
  • Safety: take normal precautions to ensure your safety, especially at night.
  • Language: Portuguese is the official language of Brazil; some Brazilians may speak English, but it’s not always widely spoken.

Other attractions

  • Brasilia Water Park (Parque Aquático de Brasília): a water park with slides and pools
  • Brasilia Shopping Center (Shopping do Parque): a large shopping center with various stores and restaurants
  • Brasilia Stadium (Estádio Nacional Mané Garrincha): a stadium hosting sports events and concerts