The square was formerly known as Largo da Matriz before being renamed to honor the martyr of the Inconfidência Mineira.
The archaeological walkway features transparent segments that allow pedestrians to view the 18th-century stone pavement beneath the current plaza level.
It is considered the ground zero of Curitiba, from which the city's urban expansion historically radiated.
The bronze statue of Tiradentes was installed in 1927 to commemorate the centennial of the city's elevation to a municipality.
The square underwent significant urban renewal in the 2000s to integrate pedestrian pathways with the integrated transport network.
Praça Tiradentes is the historical heart of Curitiba, marking the precise location where the city was founded in 1693. The square is defined by its classical iron statues and the prominent bronze equestrian statue of Tiradentes. It serves as a major urban intersection where the colonial past meets modern city transit infrastructure. The area is anchored by the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Light of Curitiba, an architectural landmark of the city. A glass-covered archaeological site near the cathedral floor reveals the original cobblestones of the 18th-century settlement. The square is constantly active, serving as a primary transit hub for the city's bus network.
The elevated platform near the Cathedral entrance offering a wide-angle view of the square and the bronze statue.
Keep your belongings secure in crowded transit areas.
Use the underground glass walkway near the cathedral to view the historical excavations.
Plan to visit the nearby Flower Street (Rua das Flores) immediately after exploring the square.
Avoid lingering near the transit terminals after dark, as the area becomes significantly less active and less secure.
