Overview
Museu do Ipiranga (Museu Paulista) is a palace-style building on the banks of the Ipiranga stream, where Pedro I declared Brazil's independence in 1822, and houses the country's most famous painting, 'Independence or Death.' After nine years of major restoration, it reopened in 2022 with exhibition space expanded from 12 to 49 rooms and greatly improved accessibility, including elevators, ramps, and tactile flooring. The French-style gardens surrounding the building are also beautiful for a stroll. Free admission every Wednesday and on the first Sunday of each month.
💰 Tickets
Adults R$30, half-price R$15, free on Wednesdays and the first Sunday of each month. Prices may change.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00), closed Mondays. Subject to change; verify before visiting.
Travel Tips
Free admission days draw long lines, so arrive early. Take a photo of the whole palace from the gardens. Close to Alto do Ipiranga metro station.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to São Paulo, Brazil from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Attractions near Museu do Ipiranga (Museu Paulista)
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Sé Cathedral (Catedral da Sé)
A Neo-Gothic cathedral at the symbolic heart of downtown São Paulo.
📍 4.2km away
Paulista Avenue
São Paulo's main boulevard, packed with financial institutions and cultural venues.
📍 4.9km away
Edifício Itália
São Paulo's second-tallest building — 360-degree city views from the rooftop restaurant.
📍 5.2km away
São Paulo Zoo
A large 1958-founded zoo with over 230 species set amid lush tropical forest.
📍 8.0km away
Things to Do in São Paulo
Beco do Batman Graffiti Tour
A guided tour of the famous Batman Alley in Vila Madalena, exploring Brazilian street art history and techniques. Also visit nearby indie galleries and art studios.
Mercado Municipal Food Tour
A guided food tour through the 1933 Mercado Municipal, sampling mortadela sandwiches, pastel de bacalhau, and tropical fruits while admiring the stained-glass architecture.
Paulista Avenue Sunday Pedestrian Zone
Enjoy the car-free Paulista Avenue every Sunday 08:00-16:00 — cycle, rollerblade, or stroll while watching street performances. Visit MASP and Itaú Cultural along the way.