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.
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- Melo78BRCuritiba, PR51 contributionsThose 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 2024Traveled on businessWritten September 18, 2024
- SAMURAIABCJapan3,277 contributionsI 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 2024Traveled soloWritten July 24, 2024
- Ruanna LemosFortaleza, CE965 contributionsI 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 2024Traveled soloWritten August 22, 2024
- PatuspSao Caetano do Sul, SP293 contributionsVery 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 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 1, 2024
- Bianca RPintadas, BA193 contributionsThe 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 2024Traveled with friendsWritten May 19, 2024
- Ninha75 contributionsNecessary 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 2024Traveled with familyWritten December 4, 2024
- Simone STaubate, SP677 contributionsIt'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 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 10, 2024
- Rosely CSao Jose Dos Pinhais, PR42 contributionsTo 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 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 25, 2024
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OldBear
Wigan, UK11,388 contributions
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.
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
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).
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
Excelente sample of Oscar Niemayer's project of 60'
Written March 3, 2012
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Virginia Medeiros
Brasilia, DF7 contributions
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
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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Olá, gostaria de visitar com minha familia o Congresso Nacional, como fazer? somos 05, sendo 02 adultos e 01 criança de 06 anos e 02 adolescentes de 14 anos. 061 981063511
Written December 13, 2022
Are tours of the Congresso Nacional available in English? Also, do they occur on weekends?
Written February 10, 2019
Hi Asu, According the Congress site , besides portuguese language the are offered in english too. According the site : " Tours are offered in Portuguese, English, Spanish, French and Brazilian Sign Language (LIBRAS). Weekday tours in languages other than Portuguese must be booked at least until 5 p.m. of the previous day. Weekend tours in English take place on 10:15 am and 4:15 p.m. Weekend tours in Spanish, French and Brazilian Sign Language (LIBRAS) are available, however they must be booked in advance via email to visite@senado.leg.br." I hope this help you.
Written March 13, 2019
Conhecer, ou seja, passear, tirar fotos, ver os políticos passeando cercado de seus pagens. GRÁTIS.
Já basta o que pagamos para eles.
Quanto ao passeio, ACONSELHO. A estrutura arquitetônica, o visual da construção, um lindo projeto.
Written February 1, 2019
E necessário o uso algum traje apropriado, como calça, ou pode ir de bermuda e tênis normal?
Written January 3, 2019
Não precisa ser um traje formal, mas aconselhável
Que não seja algo que vá ferir o código de posturas, assim bermudas, calções e saias curtas serão roupas que sofrerão restrições
Written January 4, 2019
Bom dia, é preciso fazer reserva para o tour?? e quais horários e dias está aberto para visitação? Obrigada
Written July 14, 2018
Boa tarde. Você só precisa fazer reserva se for para um grupo, caso contrario não tem à necessidade. Com relação a horário, se não me falha a memória, pode fazer todos os dias. Só precisa se atentar para os trajes se for durante a semana, pois, como eles estão trabalhando não pode ir de bermuda, final de semana pode ir mais a vontade.
Written July 14, 2018
Olá, estarei passando por Brasilia com pouco tempo e é em um sábado. Gostaria de saber se tem como conhecer o Congresso por dentro rapidamente (apenas tirar fotos), sem que seja necessária toda a visita guiada pois não terei tempo. Funciona dia de sábado e é possível entrar, conhecer e sair? Agradeço.
Written August 23, 2017
É possível sim. Aos sábados e domingos há possíbiidade de ter visita guiada que são ótimas, mas se chegares às 10h é possível visitar sem ater-se as explicações.
Written August 24, 2017
netefedrigo
Primavera Do Leste, MT
É possivel fazer um tur rápido a noite?temos tres horas de espera no aeroporto de Brasília. E como poderia fazer, táxi ou outro meio?
Written August 4, 2017
Eh possivel fazer um tour pela esplanada dos Ministerios. A noite fica bem legal! Acho q o uber pode ser uma boa opcao msm!
Written August 5, 2017
A visita ao Congresso e demais prédios públicos ocorrerá normalmente durante o carnaval 2017 (25 fev - 28 fev)? Os pontos turísticos estarão abertos? Obrigado!
Written January 10, 2017
Olá Lucas, não tenho certeza, mas acredito que no período do carnaval os prédios públicos estarão fechados, eu o aconselho a verificar nos sites se abrirão ou não. É só pesquisar na internet sobre os pontos turísticos de Brasília.
Written January 11, 2017
olá...
alguém me indica um hotel q não seja caro rs... e q fique perto do congresso nacional
Written November 3, 2016
Olá, boa noite. Indico o Garvey Park Hotel. É muito bem localizado. Fica no Setor Hoteleiro Norte, a cerca de 200/300m do Brasília Shopping (um dos melhores da cidade), onde tem-se bosn restaurantes, lojas diversas, etc. O Garvey está bem perto do Congresso Nacional, mais ou menos 8 minutos de taxi. É um hotel barato, inclui café da manhã e a localização é excelente.
Written November 3, 2016
para entrar no congresso pode estar trajando roupas informais tipo shorts e bermudas?
Written October 28, 2016
em dias úteis, é proibida a entrada de pessoas vestindo bermudas, shorts, camisas sem mangas, minissaias e chinelos. Essas restrições não se aplicam a crianças de até 12 anos de idade.
Não é necessário vestir um terno ou gravata para a visita. Para realizar a visita basta estar com uma calça, camisa e sapatos fechados. Para as mulheres recomenda-se calça comprida, camisa com manga, vestido ou saia na altura do joelho. Durante a semana, o prédio é local de trabalho de parlamentares e servidores e, frequentemente, acontecem sessões solenes e especiais que exigem o uso de traje formal.
Só que, muitas vezes, os visitantes podem se esquecer dessas regras e acabam sendo “barrados” nas portarias da Câmara dos Deputados ou do Senado Federal.
“Para esses casos existe uma saída, que é o uso de uma calça de TNT vendida pela Lojinha da Câmara. Cada calça custa R$ 5,00 e é descartável. O cidadão pode colocar por cima da bermuda ou do short e realizar o tour sem problemas com a vestimenta” explica Aguirre Estorilio, Assessor Técnico do Programa Visite o Congresso.
A opção está à venda no quiosque que fica no Salão Negro e também na própria lojinha, em frente à entrada do Salão Branco/Chapelaria, aberta todos os dias, inclusive feriados.
Mas lembre-se: em algumas circunstâncias ou locais, como a Tribuna de Honra do Plenário do Senado ou o Salão Verde da Câmara, é exigido dos homens o uso de terno e gravata. Em caso de dúvida, entre em contato!
Written October 29, 2016
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