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Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • 10 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Leave the tourist crowds of Rio de Janeiro behind for the day on a private tour to the imperial city of Petropolis. This excursion is perfect for travelers who want to dig deeper into Brazil’s history and cultural roots. Itinerary highlights include the Imperial Museum, Quitandinha Palace, Cathedral of Sao Pedro de Alcantara, and Crystal Palace. Your guide will provide immersive and interactive commentary at each location for a more personalized experience.
  • Enjoy the exclusivity of a private tour
  • Travel comfortably in all-inclusive transportation
  • Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Rio de Janeiro
  • Get complimentary admission to visited attractions

What's Included

  • Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
  • Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotels and airports.(Within the city of Rio)
  • Professional licensed private tour guide.
  • Entrance fees for all attractions described in the program.
  • Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people. Otherwise, the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
  • VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport Greet & Meet service.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Tips. (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORTS / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or port there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle.

Itinerary

1

Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

2

Imperial Museum

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

3

Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Museu Casa de Santos Dumont

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

5

Crystal Palace

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

6

Cervejaria Bohemia

50 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

7

Rua Teresa

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing day trip with lots to see.

Aaron_L, Dec 2025
My tour guide Bruno was simply amazing. The conversations regarding general knowledge of Petropolis, Rio.and Brazil, and recommendations on everything from hiking to dining were every bit worth the trip. Petropolis is a lovely, quaint city with an interesting history. One note, we skipped the brewery which apparently isn't very interesting, but instead took a drive and quick hike through Tijuca forest! Thank you for an amazing day trip!

Imperdível!

Milena_A, Apr 2023
Imperdível! Guia Newton muito atencioso e conhecedor. Petrópolis tem uma história arquitetônica riquíssima, vale muito a pena conhecer a Cidade Imperial.

Imperdible

Shirley_B, Aug 2022
Petrópolis es una ciudad maravillosa, llena de historia y hermosos paisajes. Nuestro guía Bruno y conductor Junior fueron excelentes, amables y cordiales. Visitamos lugares como el Palacio Quitandinha, la Catedral, el Palacio Imperial, la cervecería Bohemia, entre muchos otros. Disfrutamos conocer la historia del lugar. Cabe mencionar que Petrópolis cuenta con un clima agradable. Probamos una buena cerveza y más tarde un muy buen chocolate. Si visita Río de Janeiro no dude en visitar Petrópolis no se podrá arrepentir. Tour genial de la mano de un carioca muy conocedor de su historia y cultura.
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