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
- tel:253206520253206520
- email: [email protected]
- website: https://www.scmbraga.pt/cimmb-pal%C3%A1cio-do-raio
- Difficult external parking
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Characteristics
- 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
opening hours
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