All children's museums to visit in Brazil

Spark curiosity and creativity at 15 children's museums in Brazil. These interactive museums offer fun and educational experiences for kids of all ages..

Are you looking for the best places for kids to learn and play? Here are the top children's Brazil

  1. Marine Aquarium of Rio de Janeiro1

    Marine Aquarium of Rio de Janeiro

     Rio de Janeiro
    The Marine Aquarium of Rio de Janeiro, also known as AquaRio, is a public aquarium situated in the Gamboa neighborhood, within the port zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore marine life in a controlled environment. The aquarium is home to a wide variety of marine species, making it a fascinating destination for both adults and children.
  2. Steam World Museum2

    Steam World Museum

     Canela
    Mundo a Vapor is a unique theme park situated in Canela, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The park offers visitors an opportunity to explore replicas of various machines that were once powered by steam. These include a paper factory, a pottery, and a blacksmith, among others. This provides a fascinating insight into the industrial history and the role of steam power in the past.
  3. Museum of Football3

    Museum of Football

     São Paulo
    The Football Museum, or Museu do Futebol, is a cultural space dedicated to the sport of football, located in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. It is situated inside the Pacaembu Stadium, on the west side of the city. This museum offers visitors a deep dive into the history, practice, and curiosities of football, not only in Brazil but also globally.
  4. Sao Paulo Aquarium4

    Sao Paulo Aquarium

     São Paulo
    If you want to spend your day doing something extra exciting, consider visiting this large aquarium (in fact the largest one in Latin America) with more than 300 species of marine life and reptiles. Take your kids with you, this is a popular place for families with kids and the exhibitions are very
  5. Catavento Museum5

    Catavento Museum

     São Paulo
    The Catavento Museum, inaugurated in 2009, is an interactive science museum located in the Palácio das Indústrias in São Paulo, Brazil. The museum is dedicated to the dissemination of scientific knowledge and offers a variety of interactive exhibits that engage and educate visitors.
  6. PUCRS Museum of Science and Technology6

    PUCRS Museum of Science and Technology

     Porto Alegre
    The PUCRS Museum of Science and Technology is situated in the city of Porto Alegre, specifically at Avenida Ipiranga 6681, Edificio 40, Partenón in the neighborhood. It is conveniently located near the PUCRS, making it easily accessible for visitors.
  7. Museu do Universo7

    Museu do Universo

     Rio de Janeiro
    The Museu do Universo, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a museum dedicated to the field of astronomy. It was inaugurated in 1970 and is the second museum in Brazil dedicated to this scientific discipline. The museum is situated at 100 Vice-Governador Rubens Berardo street in the Gávea neighborhood.
  8. Sabina School Park of Knowledge8

    Sabina School Park of Knowledge

     Santo André
    The Sabina School Park of Knowledge, located in Santo André, São Paulo, Brazil, is a science museum that offers a unique educational experience. It was established by the Municipal Government of Santo André to provide scientific support to the municipal school network. The museum is a testament to the city's commitment to education and science.
  9. Museum Of Life9

    Museum Of Life

     Curitiba
    The Museum of Life, established in January 2014 by the Pastoral da Criança, serves as a platform for disseminating information and reflections on health, nutrition, education, and citizenship. This is achieved through various exhibitions and educational activities that the museum hosts.
  10. Dreamland (museus de cera)10

    Dreamland (museus de cera)

     Foz do Iguaçu
    Dreamland is a wax museum that is part of the Dreams Entertainment Group. It has physical locations in the Brazilian cities of Gramado and Foz do Iguaçu, both situated in the southern region of the country. These museums offer a unique experience for visitors, showcasing a variety of wax figures of famous personalities from around the world.
  11. Brasilia Zoo11

    Brasilia Zoo

     Candangolândia
    The Brasília Zoo places a strong emphasis on environmental education, conservation, and the preservation of Brazilian fauna. The zoo operates under the supervision of the state Secretariat for the Environment (Secretaria de Estado de Meio Ambiente do DF (SEMA)), ensuring that all activities align with environmental best practices and conservation efforts.
  12. Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul12

    Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul

     Sapucaia do Sul
    The Park Zoo Sapucaia do Sul is situated at stop 41 of BR-116, in the city of Sapucaia do Sul, in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists traveling through the region.
  13. Bauru Zoo13

    Bauru Zoo

     Bauru
    The Bauru Municipal Zoo, located in Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil, is a public zoo that has gained recognition for its efforts in preserving Brazilian fauna. This commitment to conservation makes it a unique destination for those interested in wildlife and environmental preservation.
  14. Museu Monteiro Lobato14

    Museu Monteiro Lobato

     Taubaté
    The Museu Monteiro Lobato is a public cultural institution, established by decree nº33909 on November 4, 1958. It is situated at the Sítio do Picapau Amarelo, in the Brazilian city of Taubaté, in the State of São Paulo. This location is significant as it is the birthplace and childhood home of the renowned writer Monteiro Lobato.
  15. Sítio do Picapau Amarelo  (novel series)15

    Sítio do Picapau Amarelo (novel series)

     Monteiro Lobato
    Sítio do Picapau Amarelo, or The Yellow Woodpecker Farm, is a series of 23 fantasy novels penned by renowned Brazilian author Monteiro Lobato between 1920 and 1940. These novels are considered a significant representation of Brazilian children's literature, akin to international classics such as C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia and L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz series.