Instituto Moreira Salles (IMS) - Rio de Janeiro

Set in a moody 1950s mansion in Rio de Janeiro’s Gávea neighborhood, the IMS pays a hommage to photography, movies, music and iconography across the globe. An must-visit for anyone interested in Brazil’s exciting cultural scene.

The IMS is a non profit organization, founded by the Moreira Salles family to promote and develop Brazils ever thriving cultural scene. Their Rio de Janeiro outpost is set in a mid-century brutalist house and showcases unique (visual) exhibitions of both Brazilian as international photographers and artists. Be assured to always find a Rio de Janeiro-focussed exhibition on display.

The botanical garden is also open to the public and is designed by Brazilian architect Roberto Burle Marx - who is also the master mind behind the iconic wave patterned Copacabana beach promenade.

IMS opens daily except on Mondays. Free admission, advanced reservation mandatory
Instituto Moreira Salles Rio de Janeiro