Museu do Castelo

São Paulo State


The home of the railway’s chief engineer, dating to 1897, this classically Victorian wood building known as ‘Castelinho' has been converted into a small museum with period furnishings and fine views.

For visits during the week, make arrangements ahead of time by phone.


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