Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.
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Museu do Bonde
Rio de Janeiro - RJ , Brazil
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- Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Address
- Rua Ronald de Carvalho, 55 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031 - 080, Brazil
About this museum
Nestled in the historic Santa Teresa neighborhood, the Museu do Bonde celebrates Rio de Janeiro's iconic tram transportation system that once traversed the city's steep hillsides. Visitors can explore vintage trams, learn about the tramway's cultural significance, and discover how these charming vehicles shaped urban mobility in the early 20th century. Admission is free, allowing guests to step back in time and appreciate this unique piece of Rio's transportation heritage.
Admission and verification
Free admission every day. We combine official or place-listing data with public cultural datasets when available, then flag pages that may need a fresh check before you travel.
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Visit notes
- Free admission every day
- Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM -
- Plan for 30-45 minutes
- Verified Oct 5, 2025
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Confirm admission
Free admission every day; confirm with the museum or map listing if plans are time-sensitive.
Check hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM -
Plan the route
Rua Ronald de Carvalho, 55 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20031 - 080, Brazil
Accessibility
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Listing quality
- 1 public source linked
- Map listing available
- Photo preview available
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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