Congresso Nacional

Congresso Nacional

Congresso Nacional
4.4
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Once exiled Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer designed this government building, which houses the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Melo78BR
    Curitiba, PR51 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Those who are in Brasilia and can, should make this tour to know a little more of how our Legislative system works and how the construction of a nation in full democratic state of law. The tours are guided and very informative. It is preferable to go on the weekends if you can, as it is quieter and can do with more time. Various curiosities that exist within this place and that are worth seeing.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled on business
    Written September 18, 2024
  • SAMURAIABC
    Japan3,277 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I had three hours for a domestic connection, so I came out to take pictures. Uber allows you to explore the city center in about an hour round trip. Along the way, I was impressed by the planned city. The parliament building had a unique shape and the lights were beautiful.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written July 24, 2024
  • Ruanna Lemos
    Fortaleza, CE965 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I lived in BSB for years, but I never stopped to make the guided visit to Congress. It's great!!! In addition to informative, you can admire various works of art and learn more about the curiosities that the place holds. The fact that we went on Saturday was great, quiet, easy access to the sites and super fast. The tour starts every half an hour. I didn't have to schedule or pay anything. Worth it!!!
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written August 22, 2024
  • Patusp
    Sao Caetano do Sul, SP293 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very informative tour. It takes about an hour and you can get to know many of the interior areas. No scheduling is required on Saturdays, but it takes longer to enter. Congratulations for the guide who explained everything very clearly and also explained in sign language. It is the second time I visit the Congress and the tours looked different.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 1, 2024
  • Bianca R
    Pintadas, BA193 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The building is beautiful inside and out. You walk among works of architecture and plastic arts. The guided tour is great, all the staff are very kind. You can still finish by visiting the restaurant on the 10th floor of Annex IV, which has a beautiful view. The downside is that there is a lot of carpet everywhere, which made my rhinitis worse.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 19, 2024
  • Ninha
    75 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Necessary visit. You do and schedule on the website of the congress, or give a google: visitation congress, which already appears the link to register and choose day and time. Be careful because you have several visitor profiles: in English, in pounds, choose which one you attend. It is free and on weekends, you can go without scheduling, but with the risk of not having more vacancy, come early, if that is the case. When they get there, they do a screening, take a photo and paste a sticker and give you an identification bag, because you can't pass there without it. The site has all the recommendations of dresses, which differ from weekend to day, be careful not to be blocked in the visit. The visit takes around 1 hour, 1 hour and little. Mto well guided, with explanations on the construction and operation of the house. We love everything and say that every Brazilian needs to get to know. Just make a visit.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written December 4, 2024
  • Simone S
    Taubate, SP677 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's pretty nice and very informative. With a duration of approximately 1 hour, it covers various sectors such as the House of Representatives and the Senate. It is necessary to book through the site and it is not allowed to visit shorts, bermuda, slippers and skirt/short dress. The visit is free. You can take photos inside and outside, but you can't climb the ramp.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written July 10, 2024
  • Rosely C
    Sao Jose Dos Pinhais, PR42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    To visit it is necessary to schedule in advance. Upon arriving there we were immediately treated and registered. There is a space with water available (take your bottle) and bathrooms. Pay attention to the dress code as some suits are not allowed. The visit is Guideda and our guide was a dear and very animated not letting the visit get boring.
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written September 25, 2024
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OldBear
Wigan, UK11,388 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
This is another iconic building designed by Oscar Niemeyer in the 1960’s. This is where the Brazilian Parliament sit and unfortunately we were told no tours were available the day we visited. Foreigners need their passports. You cannot wear shorts only long trousers/jeans. Two tours a day are provided by English speaking guides.

Since the riots and the storming of the Congress building earlier this year, security has significantly increased at Government and other important buildings. They even have security sat sound each of the saucers to prevent graffiti being daubed on them.
Written July 31, 2023
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R_Ribeiro80
Luziania, GO106 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2011
For some, it symbolizes civic participation. For others it is the epicenter of corruption. The 100-meters (328 ft) twin towers are the tallest buildings in Brasilia. But the domes of the plenary rooms, one inverted in relation to the other, became the biggest icons of the new capital.

Sculptures, paintings and a very famous decorative wall with tiles by Athos Bulcão await inside, as well as, of course, history and a bit of an inside view of the Brazilian powerful.

Even though you are allowed to visit by yourself, it is best to take the guided tours (every half an hour, from 9:30AM to 5PM, Mon-Sun).

Parking is tricky during working hours. Your best bet would be to park at the Ministry of Health, but you'd have to be there by 9AM or go during lunchtime (because many brasilienses go eat at home). Any bus with a sign "Esplanada" will drop you right there (Mon-Fri #07, 08, 16, 31, 32, 108).
Written July 29, 2011
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GUSDALI
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,005 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2011
The beauty of the modernist architecture of the master Oscar Niemeyer, in a place designed to be a temple of democracy, should be a source of pride for brazilians, but it is stained by current practices of corrupt politicians that govern this great country. The visit to the Brazilian National Congress is certainly a must in Brasilia, because of the finesse of its architectural project and its internal design, which has nothing to do with "what" it hosts and testifies in these current dark days, a source of shame for brazilian people.
Written August 8, 2011
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Jonny041
London, UK733 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is my favourite out of all of Oscar Neimeyer’s designs. It is bold and unusual and I just couldn’t stop looking at it!

Inside they offer you a free post card of the building which you are encouraged to fill in and then they will send it for free! A nice touch and good marketing.
Written January 26, 2020
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EG71
Aguascalientes, Mexico68 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2017 • Solo
This is famous architect Oscar Niemeyer’s favorite building, his masterpiece. Better to visit on the weekends to avoid crowds and also to get a full visit (some rooms might not be available for weekday visits, when they are in use) free guided visits in Portuguese every half an hour. English and Spanish tours, also free, are twice a day, at about noon and 4pm - check beforehand. If you arrive at other time you can still take the Portuguese tour- they will give you a printed script of the tour in either English or Spanish. No need to book guided tour in advance on the weekends. If visiting during the week, men must wear trousers - no shorts allowed. Tour takes about 50 minutes. Very friendly staff. Walked here from the hotel area - a 3 km or so walk, with a stop halfway to see the cathedral and national museum. Then, I took an Uber right outside the main entrance to go back.
Written December 3, 2017
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TinaSa007
Bonn, Germany41 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2012 • Friends
Entrance is free. Open from 9am to 5pm.
Just go there and there is a tour starting every half an hour - in Portuguese.
If you need an English one, you will probably have to wait a little longer. There is a young guy in the mornings, called Eduardo, who can speak English. He might help you.
Written November 16, 2012
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OJ B
Itupeva, SP95 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Go there and take good photos. If you want, can see the politicans working.
Written March 4, 2012
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FERNANDO VASQUES
Sao_Paulo_Brazil1,315 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Excelente sample of Oscar Niemayer's project of 60'
Written March 3, 2012
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Virginia Medeiros
Brasilia, DF7 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Go inside and take a guided tour. If you are in a lucky day, you will have a good guide to show you around the rooms and to explain a little bit of the History.
Written February 24, 2012
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Sallymay
Paris, France15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019 • Friends
An interesting visit to the seat of power which also houses some very beautiful works of art. Be sure to book in advance as numbers are limited.
Written March 31, 2019
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