Palacio Taranco, Montevideo

Name: Palacio Taranco
Address: Veinticinco de Mayo 379, Montevideo, 11002, Uruguay
Telephone: +598 2915 1101

#43 among attractions in Montevideo

Museum, Art museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

Palacio Taranco, located in front of the Plaza Zabala, in the heart of the Old City of Montevideo, Uruguay, is a palace erected in the early 20th century during a period in which the architectural style was influenced by French architecture. It was designed by French architects Charles Louis Girault and Jules Chifflot León, who also designed the Petit Palais and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. This building contains European furniture and drapings and currently contains the Museum of Decorative Arts in Montevideo. The palace is often used as a meeting place by the Uruguayan government. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°54'25"S, 56°12'30"W

Address

Veinticinco de Mayo 379Centro Comunal Zonal 1 (Ciudad Vieja)Montevideo 11002 Uruguay

Contact

+598 2915 1101

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Palacio Taranco open?

Palacio Taranco is open:

Monday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Tuesday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Wednesday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Thursday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Friday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Saturday 12:30 pm - 5:45 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Palacio Taranco?

Nearby attractions include Plaza Zabala, Montevideo (2 min walk), Parroquia San Francisco de Asís, Montevideo (2 min walk), Casa de Rivera, Montevideo (3 min walk), Casa de Fructuoso Rivera, Montevideo (3 min walk).

How to get to Palacio Taranco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palacio Taranco:

Bus

Terminal Baltasar Brum (19 min walk)

Train

Nueva Terminal (31 min walk)