A 19th-century palace in Catete, Rio de Janeiro, once an aristocratic residence and later the presidential seat, now houses the Museum of the Republic. Inside are frescoed ceilings, stained glass and Getúlio Vargas' pajamas; behind lies a garden with a lake, grotto and ducks.
Highlights
- Getúlio Vargas' pajamas and death mask
- Garden lake with ducks
- Grotto in the garden
Good to know
- Admission is free
- Large bags must go in entrance lockers
- Upper floors closed for restoration
