Marcelo OliveiraMuseu do Futebol tickets cost R$ 25 (full price) and R$ 12.50 (half price), entry is free on Tuesdays and for children up to 7 years old, and the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm, with last entry at 5pm. It’s located in Pacaembu, in São Paulo, about a 12-minute walk from Paulista metro station. Verified on the official pages on 11/03/2026.
| Ticket | Full price R$ 25.00; half price R$ 12.50 |
|---|---|
| Free | Tuesdays (everyone) and children up to 7 years old |
| Hours | Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm (last entry 5pm). Monday: closed |
| Tuesday evenings | First Tuesday of the month: 9am to 9pm (last entry 8pm) |
| Visit duration | 2 to 3 hours on average |
| Address | Praça Charles Miller, s/nº, Pacaembu, São Paulo (SP) |
| Metro | Paulista (Line 4-Yellow), about 900 m on foot |
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How much are Museu do Futebol tickets?
Full price is R$ 25 and half price is R$ 12.50. On Tuesdays entry is free for everyone, and children up to 7 years old don’t pay on any day (official page, 11/03/2026).
| Who | Price | How to prove eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Full price | R$ 25.00 | No proof needed |
| Half price | R$ 12.50 | Students, low-income youth aged 15 to 29 (ID Jovem), retirees and people over 60, with ID |
| Free | R$ 0 | Tuesdays (everyone); children up to 7; other categories with proof |
The free-entry list includes people with disabilities (plus one companion), teachers and staff at public schools, police officers, taxi drivers, active Uber drivers, journalists, tour guides and blood donors. Each category has its own proof requirements, so bring your documents and check the full list on the official page.
Where to buy: at the ticket office (cash, credit, debit or Pix) or online through Sympla. Buy only through the channels listed on the museum’s official page. Those who buy through Sympla get 50% off Museu da Língua Portuguesa tickets, valid until 12/30/2026.
What are Museu do Futebol’s opening hours?
Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm, with last entry at 5pm. The museum is closed on Mondays. On the first Tuesday of each month, hours run from 9am to 9pm, with entry until 8pm: in December, that Tuesday is 12/1.
The museum is also closed on December 24, 25 and 31 and on January 1. IDBrasil, which manages the museum, also mentions Ash Wednesday and special hours on stadium match days, without specifying times; the museum’s page lists neither. On the eve of a holiday or on a match day, check the schedule on the website before you head out.
Is free Tuesday worth it?
It’s worth it if your goal is to save money: the R$ 25 full price (official rate as of 11/03/2026) becomes R$ 0. The trade-off is crowds. Since entry is free for everyone, Tuesdays tend to be busier than the rest of the week (that’s a Voyage Voyage take, not official data). If you prefer a calmer visit, go Wednesday to Sunday or pick the first Tuesday of the month, which gets 3 extra hours of opening time.
How long does the visit take?
Allow 2 to 3 hours. The estimate comes from the BlaBlaCar guide (06/28/2026, updated 09/28/2026), which says the route covers more than 15 themed rooms across three floors and that families with kids usually take longer. The Sala Jogo de Corpo, with movement activities, is the one recommended for them. Since last entry is at 5pm and the museum closes at 6pm, arriving at 4pm means missing part of the rooms.
How do I get to Museu do Futebol by metro?
The most practical station is Paulista (Line 4-Yellow): about 900 m, roughly a 12-minute walk, mostly downhill. Clínicas station (Line 2-Green) is about 1,000 m away, around 10 minutes, but with a steep descent (data from the museum’s website). Since the way there is downhill, the way back is uphill: with small children or in the heat, it’s worth calling a rideshare on the way out.
| Option | Details | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Paulista metro | 900 m, about 12 min on foot | Coming from Avenida Paulista |
| Clínicas metro | 1,000 m, about 10 min, steep descent | Coming from Line 2-Green |
| Bus | Lines 208M-10, 408A-10 and 6232-10 stop at Praça Charles Miller | Those who want to be dropped at the door |
| Car | Zona Azul parking in front of the museum: R$ 6.95 card for 3 hours (rate from the official page, no update date; verified on 11/03/2026), via the official app | Those driving |
If you’re staying nearby, you can do everything on foot or by metro: check out hotels near Avenida Paulista and pick one close to Paulista station.
Are Museu do Futebol and Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu the same thing?
No. The museum is inside the stadium, but the stadium tour is a separate attraction with its own ticket. According to Melhores Destinos (updated 01/19/2026), the tour lasts about 1h30 and runs every day from 10am to 5pm (unofficial information, from 01/19/2026). Prices aren’t listed on the museum’s page: check the stadium’s website before buying, and don’t count on one ticket covering both.
FAQ
How much does Museu do Futebol cost?
Full price is R$ 25 and half price is R$ 12.50. On Tuesdays entry is free for everyone, and children up to 7 years old don’t pay on any day (official page, 11/03/2026).
Is Museu do Futebol open on Mondays?
No. It’s open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm, with last entry at 5pm.
How do I get to Museu do Futebol by metro?
Get off at Paulista station (Line 4-Yellow) and walk about 900 m, roughly 12 minutes. Clínicas station (Line 2-Green) is about 1,000 m away, with a steep descent.
Is Museu do Futebol worth visiting?
It’s worth it for anyone who wants to see Brazilian football told through interactive rooms like Sala Pelé and Sala Jogo de Corpo, and for families, since children up to 7 get in free. If you’re not into football, free Tuesday lowers the risk of the expense.
How long does it take to visit Museu do Futebol?
2 to 3 hours, according to the 2026 BlaBlaCar guide. With kids, it usually takes longer.
Is Museu do Futebol inside Pacaembu?
Yes, the museum is in Estádio do Pacaembu (now Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu), at Praça Charles Miller. The stadium tour is a separate attraction with its own ticket.
Planning the rest of your trip? Check out the 3-day São Paulo itinerary, which pairs the museum with Paulista and Pacaembu on the same day. For concert and match dates at Pacaembu, see the concerts and events calendar, and to organize your trip, the planning guide.
How I researched this
Prices, hours, free-entry categories and access come from the museum’s official pages (hours and tickets and how to get there), verified on 11/03/2026, and from the IDBrasil page. Visit duration: BlaBlaCar (06/28/2026). Stadium tour: Melhores Destinos (01/19/2026). The official pages do not show an update date. Prices and hours can change: double-check before you go.