De grands noms du monde du football, parmi lesquels Pelé, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Roberto Carlos et Zico, ont joué dans l’Estadio do Maracanã. Ce stade a accueilli la dramatique finale de la Coupe du Monde de 1950, lorsque l’Uruguay vola la victoire au Brésil sur son territoire, à l’occasion de l’un des matchs les plus incroyable de l’histoire du ballon rond. Affectueusement surnommée le Maracanã, cette arène est l’un des plus grands stades de la planète. En plus du football, il accueille aussi des concerts, notamment de légendes de la musique telles que Tina Turner et Paul McCartney, entre autres. Des visites guidées sont disponibles, offrant un aperçu des vestiaires, des vues du terrain depuis les gradins et une chance de marcher sur les traces de Pelé. Le Maracanã était l’un des stades hôtes de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2014, et a même accueilli la finale.
The Teatro João Caetano is a regular venue for modern dance, dramas and musicals. This historical theater was built in 1813 in imperial Brazil. In the adjoining square, you can find the statues of João Caetano and Dom Pedro I. This landmark Brazilian theater venue will leave you spellbound with its history and artistic brilliance.
An imposing domed building that dates back to the late 19th Century in the heart of the downtown district, this is one of the country's best cultural centers. It includes a cinema with high-quality art films, state-of-the-art theaters, and a large exhibition of fine arts and photography, with some permanent exhibitions like the collection of Brazilian coins. Displays are diverse, ranging from photography to experimental film festivals. Daily newspapers will have the schedule of events, some of which are free of charge.
Finished in 1909, the Theatro Municipal was built along the lines of the Paris Opera. It is home to the city's orchestra, opera and ballet ensembles. It is built in the Neoclassical style, all in marble, granite and bronze, and is one of the most prestigious venues in the country for big performances. There is also a bar and restaurant, the famous and imposing Café do Teatro, decorated with Assyrian-style mosaics.