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Carpintaria
Gallery

Carpintaria

Visit Carpintaria, a compact art gallery opposite Rio’s Botanical Garden, with a focused exhibition program, extra works on storage rails and nearby dining.

Carpintaria is an art gallery on Rua Jardim Botânico, opposite Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden, on the Jockey side. Its compact exhibition space presents a focused program, and works can also be viewed on storage rails, giving you more to explore without a formal presentation. The gallery has a garden and a pleasant view, with restaurants and craft-beer bars nearby. Ask the staff about the artists on show; they are willing to discuss the work. The entrance is just before the exit of the Rubayat restaurant.

Carpintaria’s exhibition area is small, a format suited to shows with a limited number of works. Alongside the displayed selection, works on storage rails can be viewed without needing to bring them out individually. Ask the staff about the artists featured in the current program; they are willing to discuss their work.

Finding the entrance and planning the stop

The gallery is at Rua Jardim Botânico, 971, opposite the Botanical Garden on the Jockey side. Its entrance is just before the exit of the Rubayat restaurant. There is a garden and a view from the location, and restaurants, craft-beer bars and other galleries are nearby. Parking at the venue can be expensive, so parking in Gávea and walking is one alternative. The entrance and restroom are wheelchair accessible.

FAQ

Where is Carpintaria in Rio de Janeiro?

It is at Rua Jardim Botânico, 971, opposite the Botanical Garden on the Jockey side. The entrance is just before the exit of the Rubayat restaurant.

Is Carpintaria wheelchair accessible?

The entrance and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also listed.

Is there parking at Carpintaria?

Parking is available, but it can be expensive. Parking in Gávea and walking is an alternative.

What else is near Carpintaria?

Restaurants, craft-beer bars and other art galleries are nearby.

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