Mosteiro De Sao Bento

Top 1% of attractions in Rio de Janeiro
8/10

What the experts agree on

Rio's finest colonial church surprises with a restrained exterior hiding an astonishing Baroque interior—the ornate main altar alone justifies the visit to this hilltop monastery.

3 expert reviews

“Behind the elegant and restrained façade of this church, which was built on top of a hill, there is an astonishing Baroque interior.”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"Just a glimpse of the Monastery of St. Benedict's main altar can fill you with awe." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This is one of the finest colonial churches in Brazil." Full review



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