Brasilia, Brazil 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Explore the City Center

  • Accommodation: Stay at Hotel Bourbon Riviera Brasília or similar for a comfortable base.

  • Breakfast: Start your day with traditional Brazilian breakfast at Café du Brasil.

  • Morning: Visit the Three Powers Square (Praça dos Três Poderes) to see the National Congress, the Palace of the Alvorada and the Itamaraty Palace.

  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Casa do Alentejo, known for its Portuguese cuisine.

  • Afternoon: Explore the Modern Art Museum (MAM) and the National Museum of Brazilian Sculpture (Museu Nacional de Escultura Brasileira - MNEB).

  • Dinner: Dine at D.F.62, a restaurant offering contemporary cuisine in a chic, modern setting.

  • Evening: Relax at Lago Sul or enjoy the nightlife at Pub Crawl Brasilia.

Day 2: Explore the Architectural Wonders

  • Breakfast: Visit Mani’s Bistrô for a quick breakfast.

  • Morning: Discover the unique architecture of Brasilia, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and the TV Tower.

  • Lunch: Savor traditional Brazilian dishes at Churrascaria Paladar.

  • Afternoon: Visit the National Theatre Cláudio Santoro, Planetarium, and the Memorial of America Latina.

  • Dinner: Dine at Museu da Gastronomia Brasileira, a museum combined with a restaurant offering Brazilian cuisine.

Day 3: Day Trip to Parque Nacional de Brasília

  • Breakfast: Start early with breakfast from a local bakery or grab some sandwiches for the day.

  • Morning & Afternoon: Spend your day exploring the Parque Nacional de Brasília, which includes the Serra do Obidos and the Lago Paranoa.

  • Lunch: Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park or stop at a local restaurant near the park for lunch.

Day 4: Experience Brasilia’s Nightlife & Culture

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast at a local café like Café Kubitschek.

  • Morning: Visit the Indian Museum (Museu do Índio) and the National Museum of the Republic (Museu Nacional da República).

  • Lunch: Try out Cozinha & Conversa, a restaurant that offers cooking classes along with a meal.

  • Afternoon: Explore the cultural diversity of Brasilia by visiting the ethnic markets and shops in the Lago Norte district.

  • Dinner: Dine at AquaBar, known for its seafood dishes and stunning views of Lake Paranoá.

  • Evening: Enjoy live music at Casablanca Music Hall or dance the night away at Club Tropicana.

Day 5: Departure & Souvenirs

  • Breakfast: Have a leisurely breakfast before checking out from your hotel.

  • Morning: Shop for souvenirs at the Brasília Shopping Center or local artisan markets.

  • Lunch: Enjoy a farewell meal at one of your favorite restaurants from earlier in the week.

Things to Know:

  1. The official language is Portuguese, and it’s essential to know some basic phrases.
  2. Brazil uses Real (BRL) as its currency.
  3. Brasilia has a tropical savanna climate with a wet season (October to April) and a dry season (May to September).
  4. The city is easily explored by bus, taxi, or rental car.