THINGS TO DO IN BRASÍLIA
THINGS TO DO IN BRASÍLIA
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ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
BIKES AND ACTIVE STUFF
BIKES AND ACTIVE STUFF
Go on a group bike tour of the government center and city park, rental bikes included (contact us for more info!)
Aquatic sports on the lake: stand-up paddle (SUP), water bike, kayaking, and wind surfing. https://www.katanka.com.br/
A few bikes are available at the hotel on a first-come, first-served basis. There are several bike shops around the city that will also provide rentals.
MUSEUMS AND OTHER ATTRACTIONS
MUSEUMS AND OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Brasília Museum of Art (MAB), located near the hotel
National Museum and Cathedral, both designed by Oscar Niemeyer
Go up the TV Tower and visit the adjacent open-air market
Juscelino Kubitschek Memorial (President of Brazil at the time of the inauguration of Brasília in 1960 as the new capital)
Mané Garrincha National Stadium and the adjacent Mané Mercado, an indoor food market with live music
Three Powers Plaza in the middle of the three palaces representing the three branches of government - visit the model of the city of Brasília in the Espaço Lúcio Costa underneath the plaza.
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
RESTAURANTS AND CAFÉS
RESTAURANTS AND CAFÉS
Castália Sul - brunch, sandwiches, burgers, pastries, and delicious drinks (coffee, smoothies, juices, and cocktails)
Castália Bakery and Café - bread, pastries, and delicious coffees
Mangai - large buffet-style restaurant serving typical Northeastern Brazilian food by weight with a beautiful lakefront view
Don'Durica - buffet-style restaurant serving food by weight with a beautiful lakefront view
Same Same but Different - asian fusion (recommend the bibimbap and the Thai mango sticky rice for dessert)
New Koto - Japanese/sushi
BARS AND LATE NIGHT FOOD
BARS AND LATE NIGHT FOOD
Infinu - trendy live music and arts venue with food stalls and picnic seating
Teta Cheese Bar - outdoor bar with live music and delicious cocktails and mocktails. Known for the cheese-based small plates but also serves vegan options.
Bar Beirute - beer and Lebanese dishes/snacks
Libanus - beer and Lebanese dishes/snacks
Dog do Baixinho - quintessential roadside Brazilian hot dogs with everything on them. Get the sauce option (molho), not the grilled option (chapa). A late night staple.
Google map list with places above and a few more...
GETTING AROUND BRASÍLIA
GETTING AROUND BRASÍLIA
The easiest way to get around Brasília is Uber. Most trips are short (10-20 minutes) and inexpensive ($3-$10).
Note: Your Uber driver may ask for your unique code - "código" (pronounced "KO-jee-gu") in Portuguese - it will be displayed in the Uber app when you order a ride. Simply show them the code on your phone.
You will need mobile phone service if you are not in the airport or the hotel. Although many places have free wifi, including airports, if you have not traveled to Brazil before, you will likely want to have access to the internet from your phone. The biggest reason you will want some kind of internet service aside from wifi is to use Uber if you want to move around Brasília. This is easily the most inexpensive and efficient way for visitors to get around.
These are your main options:
1. You can check with your current service provider for your mobile phone to see if they provide roaming in Brazil. You can confirm if there are additional fees or not.
2. You can purchase a SIM card or eSIM online to provide phone/internet service when not connected to local wifi that provides service in Brazil. The physical SIM cards can be purchased in airports in Brazil. If you have purchased SIM cards for travel internationally before, this is the same process.
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