Palácio do Catete, Rio de Janeiro

Name: Palácio do Catete
Address: Rua do Catete 153, Rio de Janeiro, 22220-000, Brazil
Telephone: (21) 2127-0324

#90 among attractions in Rio de Janeiro

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Facts and practical information

The Catete Palace is an urban mansion in Rio de Janeiro's Flamengo neighborhood. The property stretches from Rua do Catete to Praia do Flamengo. Construction began in 1858 and ended in 1867. From 1897 to 1960, it was Brazil's presidential palace and the site of Getúlio Vargas' suicide. It now houses the Museu da República and a theatre. The Catete underground rail station is adjacent. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1867 (157 years ago)Architectural style: Neoclassicism, EclecticismCoordinates: 22°55'37"S, 43°10'35"W

Address

Rua do Catete 153Botafogo (Flamengo)Rio de Janeiro 22220-000 Brazil

Contact

(21) 2127-0324

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Rio de Janeiro

Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Palácio do Catete open?

Palácio do Catete is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Palácio do Catete?

Nearby attractions include Museum of the Republic, Rio de Janeiro (2 min walk), Catete, Rio de Janeiro (7 min walk), Largo do Machado, Rio de Janeiro (7 min walk), Gloria Church, Rio de Janeiro (7 min walk).

How to get to Palácio do Catete by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palácio do Catete:

Metro

Catete • Lines: 1, 2 (2 min walk)
Largo do Machado • Lines: 1, 2 (8 min walk)

Tram

Largo do Curvelo • Lines: Bonde de Santa Teresa (18 min walk)
Stop (21 min walk)

Light rail

Antônio Carlos • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (29 min walk)
Cinelândia • Lines: 1, 3, VLT Carioca 3 (29 min walk)