Palácio do Raio

This is one of the most representative exemplars of the baroque taste, on the height of its exuberance. It was built in 1754 and the “rocaille” front as well as the staircase stand out.

Contacts


Rua do Raio, 400
4700-920,Braga

    Characteristics


  • Difficult external parking
  • Palaces & Mansions
  • True

    opening hours


  • tuesday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
  • wednesday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
  • thursday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
  • friday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30
  • saturday: 10:00-13:00, 14:30-18:30

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