Whether you've come to pray or understand more about the story behind the building, Igreja São Francisco da Penitência & Convento de Santo Antônio is an interesting site to explore. Find out if this sacred place is open to tourists to experience the peace and quiet inside.

You'll soon learn why this Rio de Janeiro Centro house of prayer is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for more to explore, Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Stadium are in this area as well. They won't take you long to reach from Igreja São Francisco da Penitência & Convento de Santo Antônio.

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$799

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Jan 19 - Jan 24

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

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Clean, noisy resto next door, good breakfast, beds are a bit hard, a bit far from downtown but close to airport. Overall good value and I would stay again.

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)

A equipe era toda gentil e muito receptiva, ajudando com quaisquer problemas. o quarto estava limpo e as instalações eram fantásticas.

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