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Museu do Sítio Arqueológico Sambaqui da Tarioba

Rio das Ostras - RJ , Brazil

Last verified: Oct 5, 2025 Source confidence: Medium Sources: Google

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Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Phone
(22) 2764 - 1768
Website
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Address
R. Bento Costa Júnior, 70 - Centro, Rio das Ostras - RJ, 28893 - 050, Brazil

About this museum

The Sambaqui da Tarioba Archaeological Site Museum offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the prehistoric shell mound cultures of Rio das Ostras. Carefully preserved artifacts and interpretive displays reveal the daily life and material culture of Indigenous shellfish - gathering communities that inhabited this coastal region thousands of years ago. Visitors can explore this educational space free of charge, gaining insights into the rich archaeological heritage of Brazil's southeastern coastline.

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: 1:00 - 6:00 PM -
  • Plan for about an hour
  • Verified Oct 5, 2025

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Free admission every day; confirm with the museum or map listing if plans are time-sensitive.

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1:00 - 6:00 PM -

Plan the route

R. Bento Costa Júnior, 70 - Centro, Rio das Ostras - RJ, 28893 - 050, Brazil

Accessibility

Wheelchair access is reported for this venue.

Listing quality

  • 2 public sources linked
  • Official website available
  • Map listing available
  • Photo preview available
  • 4.6 rating from 346 reviews

Opening hours

Monday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday1:00 - 6:00 PM
SundayClosed

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