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Curitiba Cathedral (Catedral Basílica Menor Nossa Senhora)
Free admission
Rua Barão do Serro Azul 31 , Centro, Curitiba, Paraná, 80020-180
The basics
A city symbol and one of its most imposing landmarks, Curitiba’s Cathedral is recognizable for its soaring towers and butter-yellow facade. Pope John Paul II, who visited the city in 1980, granted the now 130-year-old icon the title of minor basilic. Local and visiting worshipers attend mass services during the week, and you can visit independently. Restored in 2012, the landmark is a highlight of Curitiba tours, from bike tours to private excursions.
Things to know before you go
The cathedral hosts free Portuguese-language tours once a month; register in advance to join.
If you visit for a church service, be respectful of worshipers and avoid talking loudly or taking flash photography.
Dress respectfully in this practicing Catholic church, covering your knees and shoulders.
How to get there
The Curitiba Cathedral is at 31 Rua Barão do Serro Azul, near Tiradentes Square (Praça Tiradentes), among the city center’s most important public plazas. Numerous local bus lines area serve the area. You can also get there on foot or via taxi and rideshare services.
When to get there
The Curitiba Cathedral is open to visitors daily, generally from morning until early evening, with some variation throughout the week. Holy masses are held twice daily throughout the week and three times on Sunday. Check its calendar in advance before you visit.
Historical Center of Curitiba Largo da Ordem
Once you’ve visited Curitiba Cathedral, continue to one of the city’s most important historical highlights, located nearby. The Historical Center of Curitiba Largo da Ordem (Centro Histórico de Curitiba Largo da Ordem) is the site of the city's founding in the 17th century. Today, it’s a popular tourist destination with colorful, historic buildings, Igreja da Ordem (the oldest church in the city), and a Sunday food and antiques fair.
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- Tiradentes Square (Praça Tiradentes)
- Palace of Liberty Cultural Center (Paco da Liberdade Cultural Centre)
- Curitiba Garibaldi Square (Praça Garibaldi)
- Santos Andrade Square (Praça Santos Andrade)
- Passeio Público
- Federal University of Paraná (UFPR)
- Oscar Niemeyer Museum (Museu Oscar Niemeyer)
- Arena da Baixada
- Pope's Woods and Polish Immigration Memorial (Bosque Joao Paulo II)
- Curitiba Botanical Garden (Jardim Botanico)
- Free University of the Environment (UNILIVRE)
- Wire Opera House (Opera de Arame)
- Tanguá Park (Parque Tanguá)
- Aguas Claras Water Park (Parque Aguas Claras)