Real Gabinete Português de Leitura

Marvel at the breathtaking stained-glass ceiling and the vast collection of literature in this 19th-century architectural gem.

In their own words: “And nowhere does it feel more immediate than inside the Royal Portuguese Reading Room. Built in the 19th century, its stained glass ceiling bathes centuries of collected knowledge, poetry, and literature in ethereal light.”

Visit this stunning historic library, a testament to Portuguese influence, to marvel at its intricate architecture and vast collection of rare books.

In their own words: “Portuguese Influence in Rio”

Marvel at the breathtaking Neo-Manueline architecture and vast collection of Portuguese literature in this stunning historic library.

In their own words: “Rio’s stunning historical architecture”