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Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro vs Museu da Republica

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro and Museu da Republica are both rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro ranks significantly better than Museu da Republica. Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 5 reviewers including Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
8 / 10
Praca Marechal Floriano S/N, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-050
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Fodor's Fodor's
"If you visit one place in Centro, make it the Municipal Theater, modeled after the Paris Opera House and opened in 1909." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Built in 1905 in the style of the Paris Opera, the magnificent Municipal Theater is the home of Rio's opera, orchestra and ballet." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Brazil's prime venue for the performing arts, the elegant Parisian-style Teatro Municipal stages everything." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Inspired by the Paris Opéra, the Theatro has golden statues on the roof, stained glass, mosaics, neoclassical columns, and elegant balconies. " Full review
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Places are limited so make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Theatro Municipal reminds you of Paris' Opera Garnier. The architects took inspiration from the French opera house." Full review
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Take the guided tour that acquaints you with the remarkable decor
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Museu da Republica
Museu da Republica
8 / 10
Rua do Catete 153, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This gorgeous baroque palace served as the official residence of Brazilian presidents from 1897 to 1960." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Museu da República, located in the Palácio do Catete , has been wonderfully restored." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Palácio do Catete (1857), the former presidential palace, served as the home to 18 successive heads of state." Full review
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The venue regularly hosts classical music concerts.