Guided tours of the Constitutional Court
Visitas guiadas ao Tribunal Constitucional
Other 8–12
Monday 12 October · until 28 Dec
The Constitutional Court opens the doors of the Palácio Ratton for guided tours explaining the palace's history and the Court's functions, with visits adapted to schools and children aged 8 to 12, including a mini-plenary where the youngest decide a case as if they were real judges. Prior booking required.
The Constitutional Court conducts guided tours with the aim of deepening all citizens' knowledge of the functions and competences of this body of sovereignty. The route is accompanied by an explanation of the history of the Palácio Ratton, its rooms and the functions of the Constitutional Court, also revealing unexpected places, such as the garden and the library. The tours are open to the general public, to groups with an interest in the field of Law and to schools (children aged 8 to 12). The youngest visitors are explained the role of the Constitutional Court in defending the fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution and there is talk of what changed with 25 April. It is also possible to take part in a mini-plenary, where the little ones decide on a case as if they were real judge-councillors of the Court. Tours require prior booking. More information here: TC > Comunicação > Visitas guiadas. TC > Comunicação > Visitas escolas. Visitor groups consist of a minimum of 10 participants and a maximum of 30 participants.