Curitiba
is a bold urban experience
Welcome to Curitiba
While not necessarily sexy, Curitiba has long garnered praise for being one of the world’s best models of urban planning, mainly due to the bold initiatives of its three-term mayor, Jaime Lerner, whose daring moves in the early 1970s transformed a six-block length of downtown into a pedestrian zone (done in secret under the cover of darkness), created five express-bus avenues with futuristic tubular boarding platforms, encouraged recycling and sustainable design long before it was fashionable, and planted trees and created parks on an enormous scale.
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Serra Verde Express Train to Morretes, Antoninna from Curitiba
Take a journey through the history of the railroad crossing bridges and tunnels, traveling on the trails framed by rivers, waterfalls and canyons. Visit the historic towns of Morretes and Antonina, with its well-preserved old buildings, with their colonial mansions, narrow streets and quiet streets that make these cities even more charming! The cities count with many restaurants that bring to the tourists the typical cuisine of Paraná, where you can taste the real Barreado and the famous banana candies that delight tourists from around the world. On this tour, you will have the incredible experience of being on the trails during the sunset, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Serra do Mar Paranaense. You'll departure from the Curitiba train station in a van heading to Morretes through the Graciosa Road.*For your safety, in case of adverse weather conditions, the return to Curitiba will not be held through the Graciosa Road.
Curitiba Sightseeing Half-Day Tour with Jardim Botânico
This tour begins with your hotel pickup at 9am or 2pm.Allow yourself to learn about the culture, the mass transport system and the initiatives of the capital of Paraná to remain among the best cities for quality of life in Brazil. Visit the parks and forests that pay homage to the ethnic groups that influenced the local culture, beyond the postcards of the city: Jardim Botânico (Botanical Garden), Ópera de Arame (Wire Opera) and Oscar Niemeyer Museum.External visit at: Praça Tiradentes; Catedral Metropolitana; Universidade Federal do Paraná; Teatro Guaíra; Centro Cívico; Museu Oscar Niemeyer; Bosque Alemão; Rua das Flores; Boca Maldita; Rui Barbosa; Paço da LiberdadeInternal visit at: Jardim Botânico; Bosque do Papa; Ópera de Arame; Parque Tanguá.
Estádio Atlético Paranaense Admission Ticket
Visit: Arena da BaixadaThe Atlético Paranaense Stadium, the only one in South America that has a retractable roof, has been built to the standards required by FIFA and has capacity for more than 45 thousand fans. It also stands out for its synthetic grass, which is a differential within Brazilian stadiums. The tour passes through exclusive and restricted spaces, which are not open to the general public on days of events and games. Dressing rooms and VIP Sector are some of the highlights. Clube Atlético Paranaense (CAP) was founded in March 26, 1924, from the merger between International FootBall Club and América Futebol Clube. Its traditional colors are black and red. Clube Atlético Paranaense hosts its matches at the Joaquim Américo Guimarães Stadium (also known as Arena da Baixada), reopened in two phases: in 1999 after renovations aimed at its modernization and in 2014, in order to achieve FIFA standard so Curitiba could host the 2014 World Cup. It was the first club of the paranaense soccer to participate of a national competition, the Brazilian Cup of 1959, and to have been finalist of Taça Libertadores, in 2005. The club’s main titles are the 2001 Brazilian Championship and other 24 titles from Paraná State Cup, having played more than 4,200 games in its History. The main local opponent is Coritiba Foot Ball Club, with whom CAP boasts one of the greatest rivalries within Brazilian soccer, the Atletiba. Paraná Clube, whose duel is called Paratico or Derby da Rebouças, is the third main club in the city.
Curitiba Airport to Hotels Private Arrival Transfer
You’ll be met at the airport and taken directly to your hotel or vice-versa. An English-speaking representative will greet you when you clear airport customs. Transfers are available both round-trip or one-way. Ensure safe and convenient transportation arriving or departing Curitiba Airport. Leave the work to the staff that will meet you at the airport or hotel, and relax on your quiet and comfortable transport.Note: Your English-speaking driver will handle your transport to his fullest potential upon receiving your airline or hotel information.
Curitiba City Tour
Discover the most important sights of the beautiful city of Curitiba. You’ll visit and experience Tiradentes Square, the Catedral Basílica Menor de Nossa, Senhora da Luz of Curitiba, Paço da Liberdade, Federal University of Paraná, Guaíra theatre, Oscar Niemeyer museum, Bosque Alemão, Botanical Garden, Bosque do Papa, Wire Opera House Theatre, Tangüá Park, and Tingüi Park. Many interesting places, landmarks and beautiful landscapes for you to explore. Enjoy spectacular views of the city with a uniqueness like no other. This charming town reminds some of the small cities in Europe, because of its cold climate unique buildings to a city all its own.
Curitiba to Vila Velha City Tour and State Park with Admission
Bask in the beauty of the Vila Velha State Park, the main natural attraction of the region. The tour leaves Curitiba at 7:30am to the city of Ponta Grossa (about 100 km from Curitiba). You’ll visit the unique sandstone formations, take a closer look at large craters with exuberant vegetation and groundwater, beautiful rock formations with varying contours. Explore the Lagoa Dourada (Golden Pond), which gets its name from its glinting golden waters from the reflection of the sunset. Enjoy other great park attractions such as the Furnas Dam. Large craters, one of them with up to 100m depth with half of it covered by water and surrounded by beautiful greenery can be seen during your experience.