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São Paulo Museum of Art and its collection

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The São Paulo Museum of Art, also known as MASP, is a significant cultural center in Brazil. It is located on Paulista Avenue, a bustling street in the heart of São Paulo, and faces the beautiful Trianon Park. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city.

Collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art

The São Paulo Museum of Art has an extraordinary collection of over eight thousand works, making it the most important collection of Western art in Latin America. The collection, which has been growing since the museum's foundation in 1947, includes paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and European decorative arts from the 13th century to the present day. This extensive and diverse collection is a major draw for art enthusiasts visiting São Paulo.

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NLMuseu de Arte de São Paulo
ESMuseo de Arte de São Paulo
ITMuseo d'arte di San Paolo
FRMusée d'art de São Paulo
ENMuseum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand

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São Paulo Museum of Art
Av. Paulista, 1578 - Bela Vista
01310-200 São Paulo

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Visitor information São Paulo Museum of Art

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 20:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 20:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00
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Admission

0 – 10Free
60+R$20.00
AdultsR$40.00
FRIEND MASPFree
People with Disabilities and a companionFree
Students with IDR$20.00

FREE FOR ALL VISITORS ON TUESDAYS

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Facilities

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Location & Map

Av. Paulista, 1578 - Bela Vista, São Paulo

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Exhibitions

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São Paulo Museum of Art Reviews

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    The São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) is a prominent cultural institution in Brazil's largest city. Visitors often praise its striking modernist architecture, featuring a glass and concrete structure suspended between two red beams. The museum houses an impressive collection of Western art, including works by renowned European masters and Brazilian artists. Many reviewers appreciate the diverse range of artworks spanning different periods and styles.

    The museum's innovative display method, with paintings hung on glass easels, allows visitors to view both sides of the artwork and creates a unique, open atmosphere in the galleries. This unconventional approach is frequently mentioned as a highlight of the experience.

    MASP's location on Paulista Avenue, a major cultural and financial hub of São Paulo, is convenient for tourists and locals alike. The museum also offers a pleasant outdoor area beneath the building, which serves as a popular gathering space.

    Some visitors note that the museum can get crowded, especially on free admission days. A few reviewers mention that more information in English would be helpful for international visitors. Additionally, some find the entrance fee a bit high, though many consider it worthwhile given the quality of the collection.

    Overall, the São Paulo Museum of Art is widely regarded as one of the most important art museums in Latin America, offering a rich cultural experience that combines architectural interest with a world-class art collection.

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