Cabildo

Seat of the colonial government and scene of the May Revolution. Today it is the National Historical Museum of the Cabildo.

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Cabildo, in Monserrat

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Reviewed 10/31/2026. Hours, prices and tickets change: confirm them at the source before you go. Do you see something wrong? Let us know

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