The 1743 governors' house on Praça XV that served viceroys, King João VI and the emperors; Princess Isabel signed the Golden Law abolishing slavery here in 1888. Today it is a free cultural centre with exhibitions.
- Address
- Praça Quinze de Novembro, 48 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-010
- Hours
- Tue-Sun 12:00-18:00; closed Mon (official site)
- Best time to go
- Afternoon · About 1 h
- Price
- Free (Amigos do Paço Imperial site)
- Price level
- R$
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Free entry, Tuesday to Sunday 12:00-18:00.
- The courtyard bistro is a calm lunch spot in Centro.