National library in downtown Rio de Janeiro, the largest in Latin America, housed in an imposing neoclassical building. Visitors mainly see the entrance hall, the central staircase and balconies on the upper floors.
Highlights
- Central staircase with railings
- Main entrance hall
- Balconies overlooking Cinelândia
Good to know
- Free entry with metal detector screening
- Guided tours on weekdays, booking recommended
- Reading rooms and book stacks closed to visitors
