Paço Imperial

Cool and accessible arts space. Really enjoyed the exhibits and recommend a visit!

Former imperial home now home of the arts. There are a couple of exhbits that can be found within its walls. Its free to view and there are also restaurants inside. They won't let you take videos but pictures are ok.

Great place to learn about Brazilian history. Good and tasty food at the restaurant at normal prices.

baroque style architecture; where Golden Law was signed that ends slavery in Brazil, 1888

Unexpected exhibition, gallery, nice view from 2nd floor were all great. I highly recommend to go there.

Beautiful museum for art lovers and also to spend some time in the historical building. Restaurant available.

Impressing building as well as the art exhibitions

It is a very small museum nowadays! They have a nice coffee shop inside. I love its pies. It was the place where, in 1822, the emperador Dom Pedro I told the people he would stay in Rio rather than go back to Portugal and cooperate with Portuguese revolution of 1820. This event was part of Brazilian independence. Here, the princess Isabel, in may 13th 1888, communicate the end of slavery. #Historytour