Paço da Liberdade
A Art Nouveau-style former city hall completed in 1916, now the Sesc cultural centre, with free exhibitions and performances year-round.
The Paço da Liberdade stands beside Generosa Marques Square. Completed in 1916 as the city hall, its façade blends Art Nouveau and eclectic styles, and its ornate cast-iron balconies and colored tiles are highlights. After restoration in 2009, it became a cultural centre run by Sesc, with free exhibitions, small performances and a café. You can go upstairs to see the restored council chamber. During Christmas, the lights on the square and the window choir events draw large crowds of residents. It is within walking distance of Rua das Flores and the cathedral.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat 10:00–19:00; Sun 10:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Rua XV de Novembro (Rua das Flores)
- Curitiba Metropolitan Cathedral
- Largo da Ordem Historic Center
- Passeio Público
- Paraná Museum
- Curitiba Municipal Market
- Serra Verde Express
- Oscar Niemeyer Museum