Bona Ventura

Centro · Rio de Janeiro

São Bento Monastery

Mosteiro de São Bento

Place of worship

Benedictine monastery on Morro de São Bento, one of the most important works of colonial art in Brazil. The church interior is entirely lined with carved woodwork, from late-17th-century Baroque to Rococo, and the monks still sing the daily offices.

Address
R. Dom Gerardo, 68 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20090-030
Hours
Mon-Sun 06:30-18:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Morning · About 45 min
Price
Price not verified
Price level
R$

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Good to know

  • Sunday Mass at 10:00 is sung entirely in Gregorian chant; arrive early for a seat.
  • The church receives visitors Monday to Saturday; dress modestly.
  • Enter from Rua Dom Gerardo 68, Centro.

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