Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas
Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas
Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas
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Neighborhood: Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa is a bohemian enclave hosting many local artists’ studios. The narrow, winding streets of this neighbourhood were revitalised years ago, and visitors can now stroll through this area to view magnificent mansions dating back to the late 19th and early 20th century. A highlight not miss: Museu Chacará do Céu, a former mansion turned museum which houses works by prominent Brazilian modern artists.
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- Glória • 9 min walk
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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
Amsterdam, The Netherlands20,081 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
The Parque das Ruinas is a rather manicured ruin of a villa once inhabited by a Rio de Janeiro socialite in Santa Teresa - once posh, now bohemian. It offers great views over the old city. There is also a small gallery and somebody organised Yoga lessons on the site. Right next door is the Museu da Chacara do Ceu, housed in a somewhat more modern villa set in nice gardens. Also worth a visit!
Written February 11, 2019
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Aboensis
Finland51 contributions
Nov 2015 • Solo
The view from the top of the house is amazing and the free tram ride is quite nice. My hotel said that this area should be ok during daytime. Well.. But I would strongly think twice before to go there; especially alone without the group. A few blocks from the house all of a sudden I was attacked by a criminal with a knife at 2.30 pm. He pushed me on the street, put the knife near my throught and robbed my bag. There was another tourist (a lady from Norway) with me and a group of tourists (a family from Argentina) nearby so I was not the only person on that street. I think the area does not look dangerous but I strongly advise all of you to avoid this neighbourhood. According to the police that is very bad neighbourhood and there are several favelas nearby. I lost my bag and camera but I think was very lucky because the criminal didn't hit me with the knife. Still life and kicking
Written November 17, 2015
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Tiago K
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil45 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
I went on a Saturday and didn't really expect much. When I arrived, there was an orchestra playing, which was great, and other than that it was the opening day of an art exhibit, so we were treated to free champagne! It was a great time all around and I strongly suggest that you check their scheduled events before going, I was lucky to go on a day with a lot of things happening at the same time - all for free.
Written January 10, 2015
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Ebe Chan
London, UK58 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
The old house felt like a living storybook, the interior designs are a great mix of old tasteful bricks & glasshouse & greens, love it!
You cant miss it if you are at Santa Teresa!
You cant miss it if you are at Santa Teresa!
Written May 4, 2019
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NorthStar15215
Wellington New Zealand1 contribution
Ok, it is a couple of years ago. I was working in Rio and a friend suggested going to the Parque das Ruinas. He explained it was the ruins of a stately home and they had jazz evenings there on Thursday evenings. I am not a jazz fan, but I was assured it was an interesting place to visit and we could buy drinks there. So we went.
When we arrived, there was a lot of Cariocas (Rio residents) going, too. We climbed the path up to the ruins - cunningly lit. The band was cooking away. We got drinks and settled in. The views across Guanabara Bay were amazing, the night air was not as clammy as the day-time, the choppe (beer) was cold and the band were warming up. We had a sandwich, admired the pretty girls (compulsory in Brazil), had another beer, and the band were starting to work. We walked around the place, imagining what the house would have been like when it was a home, chatted with the policeman on duty, had another beer, noticed some girls we had not seen before, had another beer, and the band were really going for it. It was a really good evening's entertainment in an unbelievable venue.
I enjoyed it so much, I went again when my wife came over for a stay. This time, the weather was not so nice. It rained - but the awning kept the entertainment area dry - and the lightning over the mountains in the distance were a great light show.
The bands I saw were local boys but, man, they were good. I did not know I could enjoy an evening's jazz so much. Both times.
The remains of the house are something out of a suspense movie and geckos crawl above your head catching moths attracted by the lights. The police presence ensured safety.
You can get there on the Santa Teresa tram, though you might need a map to get from the stop to the Parque das Ruinas. Find a taxi to get home afterwards.
When we arrived, there was a lot of Cariocas (Rio residents) going, too. We climbed the path up to the ruins - cunningly lit. The band was cooking away. We got drinks and settled in. The views across Guanabara Bay were amazing, the night air was not as clammy as the day-time, the choppe (beer) was cold and the band were warming up. We had a sandwich, admired the pretty girls (compulsory in Brazil), had another beer, and the band were starting to work. We walked around the place, imagining what the house would have been like when it was a home, chatted with the policeman on duty, had another beer, noticed some girls we had not seen before, had another beer, and the band were really going for it. It was a really good evening's entertainment in an unbelievable venue.
I enjoyed it so much, I went again when my wife came over for a stay. This time, the weather was not so nice. It rained - but the awning kept the entertainment area dry - and the lightning over the mountains in the distance were a great light show.
The bands I saw were local boys but, man, they were good. I did not know I could enjoy an evening's jazz so much. Both times.
The remains of the house are something out of a suspense movie and geckos crawl above your head catching moths attracted by the lights. The police presence ensured safety.
You can get there on the Santa Teresa tram, though you might need a map to get from the stop to the Parque das Ruinas. Find a taxi to get home afterwards.
Written January 19, 2006
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smootx
Houston, TX81 contributions
Oct 2019
You can only reach this place by foot, taxi or if you live on the street (no Uber's allowed). It provides a lovely view of downtown and the bay. There is a theater, an outdoor stage that often has performances on the weekend as well as an art gallery and small restaurant. It is a good place to stop if exploring the neighborhood.
Written November 6, 2019
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mikedelanchy
5 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
we walked from a tram stop in Santa teresa which took around 25 mins, on the way back down the bank the tram took us up, I stopped and got my hair cut by a young lad in his garage, ( sounds dodgy) and probably looked it a little but I thought id give this guy a go because why not. he aint gonna rob me of my hair and he seemed pretty legit. It was the best hair cut I've ever had it actually looks sick. and cost 10 reals which is around £2. the museum had some beautiful pieces of art which were very old and blatantly worth a lot of money saying there was armed guards. for sure worth a visit and also the walk to.
Written March 8, 2019
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Attila L
London, UK127 contributions
Jan 2019 • Solo
Parque das Ruinas is a nice place to visit if you want to have a different view of the city other than the one from the Sugarloaf and the Cristo statue. The building is beautifully preserved and it has a very interesting architecture with a combination of old and modern. On the top there’s an amazing view of the city and Guanabara Bay with the Sugarloaf and Christ in the distance.
It’s really close to the Escadaria Selarón so it would be a mistake to miss this place.
Admission is free.
It’s really close to the Escadaria Selarón so it would be a mistake to miss this place.
Admission is free.
Written January 8, 2019
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kekows
Rio de Janeiro, RJ202 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
I've been to Parque das Ruinas twice. At first to know the place with friends, when enjoying the Bonde de Santa Teresa trip. The view is very beautifull and give ou nice pictures. On November 2nd, this year, I've been there for the Día de los Muertos celebration (the Mexican celebration). The celebration was ver good, but the place got crowded. It means you had no space to take the best pictures and the food service was not enough for everyone (40 min on a row to get something).
Written November 6, 2018
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Wase Choueri
Dubai, United Arab Emirates43 contributions
Aug 2018
Definitely worth the walk up or even take a taxi ride to the “park”. It’s not really a park, but has plenty of room to walk around the outside and inside of the old house ruins. Great view of Rio in all directions.
Written August 11, 2018
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Regina F
Salvador, BA
ola, há estacionamento para carro particular
pessoas com pouca mobilidade como faz?
É permitida a entrada de cachorros?
Gordinho_Chato
Sao Jose Dos Campos, SP755 contributions
Creio que não.
É permitido a entrada de alimentos?
Igor Aruan
Rio de Janeiro, RJ46 contributions
É permitido sim! Se preferir, o local possui uma lanchonete também.
Thayane V
Rio de Janeiro, RJ25 contributions
Sabem se permitem a entrada de cães?
Gordinho_Chato
Sao Jose Dos Campos, SP755 contributions
Não
Como que faz pra chegar? dá pra ir de carro ou táxi? tem algumas ruas de Santa Teresa que os táxis não querem subir. e tem algum restaurante ou barzinho? como é?
Rafael Moraes
Rio de Janeiro, RJ214 contributions
Vá andando pela Escadaria Selarón, é super rápido e bem fácil. No bairro há muitos bares e restaurantes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas:
- Santa Teresa, Lapa, and Cinelândia with Tram Ride and Selarón Steps (From $42.00)
- ️ Lapa + Santa Teresa + Selaron Stairs + Electric Scooter ️ (From $80.00)
- Private and customized City Tour of Rio de Janeiro (From $350.00)
- Full-Day Custom Private Tour of Rio (From $155.00)
- Walking tour of the bohemian neighborhoods of Santa Teresa and Lapa + tram (From $56.23)
- Hotels near Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas:
- (0.03 mi) Santo Mirante Hostel
- (0.03 mi) Suite Santa Teresa
- (0.03 mi) Terra Brasilis Hostel
- (0.03 mi) Hospedaria Santa
- (0.03 mi) Blaues Haus Rio
- Restaurants near Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas:
- (0.09 mi) The Secret Nomad Cooking
- (0.10 mi) Estação Sobrado
- (0.11 mi) Bar do Serginho
- (0.28 mi) Explorer Bar
- (0.29 mi) Cazota Bar
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