it is in the carioca spirit to proudly share the many facets of the local culture with gratification, and to encourage active participation in cultural life for all - this is perhaps the reason why the city, along with a variety of large private institutions, maintain a number of cultural centers, with free admission, rich of all types of expositions, workshops and performances. 

often free of charge, and open seven days a week, musical, artistic, historical, and even fashion and photography galleries are routinely available for the public's enjoyment throughout metropolitan rio de janeiro. the many cultural centers of rio de janeiro can provide an entertaining day out, for visitors in search of something a little different.