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Museu da Republica vs Paco Imperial
Both Museu da Republica and Paco Imperial are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Paco Imperial is the choice of most reviewers compared to Museu da Republica. Paco Imperial comes in at #11 in Rio de Janeiro with accolades from 4 reviews such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Michelin Guide.
Museu da Republica
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Rua do Catete 153, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Frommer's
"This gorgeous baroque palace served as the official residence of Brazilian presidents from 1897 to 1960."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Museu da República, located in the Palácio do Catete , has been wonderfully restored."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Palácio do Catete (1857), the former presidential palace, served as the home to 18 successive heads of state."
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The venue regularly hosts classical music concerts.
Paco Imperial
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Praca 15 de Novembro 48, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's
"This two-story building with thick stone walls and an ornate entrance was built in 1743, and for the next 60 years was the headquarters for Brazil's captains (viceroys)."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The Imperial Palace stands at the heart of the Praça XV. Now one of the city's foremost cultural centres, it holds temporary exhibitions of painting and sculpture and has its own cinema."
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Frommer's
"It's a pleasingly simple structure...it serves as an exhibition hall for traveling cultural exhibits. A room on the ground floor charts the history of the palace, with maps, paintings, and engravings"
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The building was neglected for many years but has been restored and is used for exhibitions and concerts; its cinema frequently screens foreign and art-house films."
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