Did you come back from the long weekend with an empty wallet, but still want to explore the city? Don’t worry! The classic “Free Tuesdays” at São Paulo’s museums can be the perfect outing for anyone who wants to enjoy culture without spending a penny.
In practice, some institutions waive admission fees on specific days of the week to make access to the city’s major museums more inclusive.
To help you plan for today or the coming weeks, we’ve put together a must-see list of museums in the capital that offer free admission on Tuesdays.
Museums offering “Free Tuesdays”
São Paulo Art Museum Assis Chateaubriand (MASP)
One of the city’s most iconic landmarks, the MASP is currently hosting the long-term exhibition *Collection in Transformation*, displayed on Lina Bo Bardi’s revolutionary crystal easels, which allow visitors to walk among the artworks.
The venue also features a program focused on Latin American art, ranging from the group exhibition “Latin American Stories” to solo shows by Rosa Elena Curruchich, Pablo Delano, and Edgar Calel. Plus, Sol Calero’s installation in the iconic open space.
Free Tuesdays: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (last admission at 7 p.m.), with mandatory online reservation.
📍 MASP: Avenida Paulista, 1578 – Bela Vista
Soccer Museum
The Soccer Museum offers an immersive and interactive experience that goes far beyond the soccer field, portraying the sport as a central element of Brazilian culture and identity.
With its main exhibition completely revamped, visitors can test their physical skills and relive memorable moments on the screens of “Dança do Futebol.”
Free Tuesdays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last admission at 5 p.m.). On the first Tuesday of the month, hours are extended until 9 p.m. (last admission at 8 p.m.). Tickets can be picked up at the box office or through the official website.
📍 Soccer Museum: Praça Charles Miller, s/n – Pacaembu
Catavento Museum
Housed in the historic Palácio das Indústrias, the Catavento Museum is the ideal destination for anyone who wants to explore science hands-on.
Its interactive collection is divided into four themes: Universe, Life, Ingenuity, and Integration. This allows children and adults to participate in immersive experiments and learn about physical, chemical, and biological phenomena.
The museum also features the redesigned Astronomy area and the “Supernova Mission” exhibit.
Free Tuesdays: Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ticket office closes at 4 p.m.). Some activities require a numbered ticket.
📍 Catavento Museum: Avenida Mercúrio, Parque Dom Pedro II, s/n – Brás
Museum of Image and Sound (MIS)
MIS features a vibrant program that spans popular music, film, and the visual arts.
The main highlight is the immersive exhibition “Marília Mendonça — Sentimento Louco,” which spans two floors with costumes, items from her personal collection, a 360° room, and settings inspired by her greatest hits.
In addition to the tribute, the program features photo essays, installations from the International Film Festival, and a long-term exhibition on the history of imaging and sound equipment.
Free Tuesdays: except on holidays; tickets are distributed in person at the box office, with no advance reservation required. Tuesday sessions run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with visitors permitted to stay up to one hour after the last scheduled time.
📍 MIS: Avenida Europa, 158 – Jardim Europa
Museum of the Portuguese Language
Located at Estação da Luz, the Museum of the Portuguese Language celebrates the language as intangible cultural heritage. The main exhibition enchants visitors with audiovisual and interactive features, such as the “Crossword” attraction and the “Praça da Língua,” an immersive spectacle of projections, poetry, and iconic songs.
In fact, the commemorative temporary exhibition *Luz da Língua* is in its final stretch. The exhibition celebrates the museum’s history with testimonials and performances by figures such as Chico Buarque, Davi Kopenawa, and Xênia França.
Free Tuesdays: Admission from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with visitors allowed to stay until 6:00 p.m.
📍Museum of the Portuguese Language: Praça da Luz, s/n – Luz
To check for free admission on other days, simply consult the complete schedule on the official website of the São Paulo State Department of Culture.
