The Museum of Tomorrow (Museu do Amanhã) is an applied-science museum that opened in 2015 on Pier Mauá as the icon of Rio de Janeiro's 'Porto Maravilha' waterfront regeneration. Designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, its sweeping neofuturist form and a permanent exhibition built around five big questions—Cosmos, Earth, Anthropocene, Tomorrows and Us—explore humanity's future and sustainability. Having marked its 10th anniversary in 2025, it remains vibrant in 2026 with fresh content and temporary shows, including the Itaú Collection's art-and-technology exhibition 'Síntese' running July–August 2026. Pair the immersive galleries with the Guanabara Bay views and the revitalised harbour promenade for a rewarding half-day visit.
Santiago Calatrava's neofuturist architecture—a bromeliad-inspired silhouette with 48 mobile wing-shaped solar panels that track the sun through the day
The immersive permanent exhibition organised as five 'cosmos' (Cosmos, Earth, Anthropocene, Tomorrows, Us) with large-scale projections
Brazil's first LEED Gold-certified museum—bay-water cooling and rainwater harvesting make the building itself a sustainability exhibit
Panoramic Guanabara Bay views from the upper long-term gallery beneath a soaring ceiling over 10 m high
The July–August 2026 temporary show 'Síntese: Art and Technology' (Itaú Cultural) plus rotating interactive installations
Good to know
SafetyThe museum sits in Centro (downtown), which is busy and policed on weekday daytimes but where pickpocketing, phone-snatching and bag theft are common. Keep your phone and camera out of sight and wear your bag in front of you.
SafetyCentro empties out sharply after office hours and on weekends, raising the risk of robbery. Visit during the day, and rather than walking deserted streets after dark, use the VLT tram or a ride-hailing app. Carry only a day's cash, one card and a copy of your ID.
RulesAdmission uses timed, date-specific tickets. Book in advance on the official website and arrive within your assigned slot (e.g. a 10 a.m. ticket is valid 10:00–10:59); last entry is 5 p.m. Note the museum is closed on Wednesdays.
CautionAround Praça Mauá, watch for unofficial 'guides' or vendors, and distraction tactics such as someone bumping into you to divert attention while an accomplice grabs your belongings. Buy tickets only through official channels and politely decline unsolicited help.
SeasonRio is hot and humid. The Brazilian summer (Dec–Mar) is very hot—bring water and sun protection—while July–August is Rio's milder winter. The interior is air-conditioned, but the plaza and harbour walk offer little shade, so pack a hat and water.
MannersMany exhibits are interactive and immersive; follow staff guidance in dark or hands-on areas and be considerate of other visitors. Photography is generally allowed but avoid flash, and half-price or free categories (students, seniors, etc.) require documentation such as a passport.
Practical info
The museum is on Pier Mauá at Praça Mauá; take VLT Line 1 (blue) and alight at 'Parada dos Museus', about 200 m away, or walk 10–15 minutes from Uruguaiana metro station. Opening hours are Thursday–Tuesday 10:00–18:00 (closed Wednesdays, last entry 17:00); standard admission is around R$40 (half-price R$20) with promotions such as R$10 on the 10th of each month. Always check the official website for the latest hours and prices before visiting.
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