The first Count of Arrochela acquired the palace and, in 1853, Queen Maria II stayed here and, by decree of 23 June of the same year, she elevated the town of Guimarães to the status of a city.

This exhibition was a remarkable event and a demonstration of the city's economic vitality, at a time when Guimarães was beginning to build its future.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the building was acquired by the Jordão family from Guimarães, who completed the construction of the north wing of the Palace.

The beautiful gardens, built on terraces, have been restored, keeping the boxwoods intact, the tree species (especially the camellias, the fountains and the sculptures) and an area has been added to the green zone to host open-air events.

In 2006, it received an Honourable Mention in the National Landscape Architecture Award in the category of Outdoor Spaces for Public Use.