Igreja de São Francisco de Paula

About

Church in Rio de Janeiro

Why go

• Incredible architecture and one of the most beautiful libraries in the world
• Looks like it came out of a movie
• Feels like a fairy tale

Must try

• Visit Igreja de São Francisco de Paula
• See the grand nave
• Admire ornate gold details
• View rows of pews
• Explore the historic interior

Pro tips

• Easy to get to in Centro Rio
• Open Monday to Friday
• Open 10 AM - 5 PM
• Free entry

Good to know

• Visit early, church closes at dusk
• Be careful of people in the square at closing

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Rating

4.8 / 5 (1451 reviews)

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