The former grounds of the Portuguese royal and Brazilian imperial palace, now a big, shady municipal park in São Cristóvão with tree-lined paths, used by local runners and families. The neoclassical palace on the grounds housed the royal and imperial family from 1808 to 1889.
- Address
- Parque Quinta da Boa Vista, São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro
- Hours
- Daily 05:00-19:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 1.5 h
- Price
- Free
- Price level
- R$
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- The many trees make it one of the best places in Rio to run or walk out of the direct sun (Veja Rio, 2026).
- Combine it with the Feira de São Cristóvão nearby (both in São Cristóvão).