Petrobras Headquarters, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Petrobras Headquarters
Address: Avenida República do Chile 1202, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Telephone: +55 21 3224-7836

#91 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Facts and practical information

Petrobras Headquarters is a brutalist office building used by Petrobras in the Centro neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 108-metre, 29-storey building was constructed from 1967 to 1972. The building's architect was Roberto Luís Gandolfi. ()

Coordinates: 22°54'35"S, 43°10'45"W

Address

Avenida República do Chile 1202CentroRio de Janeiro Brazil

Contact

+55 21 3224-7836

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Day trips

Petrobras Headquarters – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Circo Voador, Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Museu Nacional de Belas Artes, Theatro Municipal.

~1190 ftSW
Nightlife, Dancing
Circo Voador, Rio de Janeiro
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~620 ftSW
Modern pyramid-shaped Catholic cathedral
Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Rio de Janeiro
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~1230 ftE
Large art collection and sculpture gallery
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes, Rio de Janeiro
6 min walk • The Museu Nacional de Belas Artes, situated in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a cultural treasure trove that celebrates the richness of Brazilian art. Established in 1937, this museum is home to the most comprehensive collection of Brazilian fine art, with...
~950 ftE
Ornate theater with tours and performances
Theatro Municipal, Rio de Janeiro
5 min walk • The Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, stands as an architectural marvel and a cultural beacon in the heart of the city. This opulent theatre, inaugurated in 1909, serves as a testament to the city's commitment to the performing arts and remains one of the...
~1260 ftS
Elegant, 18th-century aqueduct
Arcos da Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
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~1130 ftW
Palace
Solar do Marques do Lavradio, Rio de Janeiro
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~1550 ftSW
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
8 min walk • Lapa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife.
~940 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Presbyterian Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
5 min walk • The Presbyterian Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro is a historic congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Brazil. It was the first Presbyterian church in the country.
~1560 ftNE
City hall
Edificio Avenida Central, Rio de Janeiro
8 min walk • Edificio Avenida Central is an office skyscraper located on Avenida Rio Branco in the Centro neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It stands at a height of 110 metres and has 34 floors. It was completed in 1961 in the International style of architecture, which was very popular at the time of the building's construction.
~1620 ftSE
Park
Passeio Público, Rio de Janeiro
8 min walk • The Passeio Público is a public park in the historic centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Built after 1779, it is the oldest public park of Brazil and one of the oldest in the Americas.
~1500 ftSE
Square, Neighbourhood
Cinelândia, Rio de Janeiro
8 min walk • Cinelândia is the popular name of a major public square in the centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its official name is Praça Floriano Peixoto, in honour of the second president of Brazil, Floriano Peixoto.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Petrobras Headquarters?

Nearby attractions include 12th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Rio de Janeiro (2 min walk), 11th arrondissement of the Littoral Department, Rio de Janeiro (2 min walk), Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, Rio de Janeiro (3 min walk), Igreja e Convento de Santo Antônio, Rio de Janeiro (4 min walk).

How to get to Petrobras Headquarters by public transport?

The nearest stations to Petrobras Headquarters:

Tram

Carioca • Lines: Bonde de Santa Teresa (2 min walk)
Tiradentes • Lines: 2 (8 min walk)

Metro

Carioca • Lines: 1, 2 (5 min walk)
Cinelândia • Lines: 1, 2 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Carioca • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (6 min walk)
Cinelândia • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (7 min walk)

Bus

Terminal Menezes Côrtes (10 min walk)
Terminal Rodoviário Procópio Ferreira (23 min walk)

Ferry

Praça XV • Lines: Charitas - Praça XV, Cocotá - Praça XV, Paquetá - Praça XV, Praça Arariboia - Praça XV, Praça XV - Charitas, Praça XV - Cocotá, Praça XV - Paquetá, Praça XV - Praça Arariboia (19 min walk)
Ilha Fiscal • Lines: Espaço Cultural da Marinha-Ilha (30 min walk)

Train

Central do Brasil (23 min walk)

Aerialway

Américo Brum • Lines: Teleférico da Providência (31 min walk)
Gamboa • Lines: Teleférico da Providência (35 min walk)