Passeio Público
Curitiba's oldest park, opened in 1886, with an ironwork entrance modeled on the gate of a Paris cemetery and an island in the lake.
The Passeio Público opened in 1886 as Curitiba's first park. It is located on the north side of the city centre. Its main gate is modeled on the gates of the Montmartre Cemetery in Paris, and the park has a small lake, arched bridges and an island in the lake. It was once the site of the city zoo, and a few old birdcages survive. The park is small and free to enter, making it a good place to rest for 20 to 30 minutes during an old-town walk. The surroundings are busy during the day, and it is not advisable to linger inside after dark.
Opening hours
06:00–20:00; some areas closed for maintenance on Mondays
Nearby sights
- Paço da Liberdade
- Curitiba Metropolitan Cathedral
- Rua XV de Novembro (Rua das Flores)
- Largo da Ordem Historic Center
- Paraná Museum
- Curitiba Municipal Market
- Serra Verde Express
- Oscar Niemeyer Museum