What You Will Do
Visit Brazil's Imperial City on this private, full-day tour to Petropolis, leaving from Rio de Janeiro. History is everywhere in this tropical mountain town — with palaces and churches dating back to Portuguese colonial times. Tour the city's most famous places, including the Quitandinha Palace, the Imperial Museum, Crystal Palace, the stunning House of 7 Errors and more. Wander the charming old streets, dotted with old-fashioned European-style houses. Top the day off with a visit the first brewery in Brazil, founded by German immigrants. See things at your own pace with your private guide. Roundtrip transportation is included.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center
40 minutes
Our first stop is the Quitandinha Palace, a former hotel-casino with impressive architecture and gorgeous decoration inside.
2
Imperial Museum
1 hour 10 minutes
Former summer house of the Royal Family, now a museum with a permanent exhibition of their furnitures, musical instruments, clothing, jewerly and more.
3
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara
20 minutes
The 'Sao Pedro de Alcantara' Metropolitan Cathedral, a French neo-Gothic style construction, where the remains of the former Emperor D. Pedro II and some members of the Royal Family are buried.
4
Centro Historico de Petropolis
30 minutes
Let's walk a little to 'feel the city and its atmosphere' and see the beautiful historical houses of the Imperial City.
5
Casa De Petropolis / Casa Dos 7 Erros
30 minutes
A 19th century house with eclectic architecture and a gorgeous interior. A must-see! Check for the EXCLUSIVE visit to the top floors when booking.
6
Cervejaria Bohemia
1 hour 30 minutes
The first brewery of Brazil! Excellent place for lunch and, of course, some beer-tasting. Optional inside tour not included in the price.
7
Crystal Palace
10 minutes
Former winter garden with beautiful architecture.
8
Museu Casa de Santos Dumont
30 minutes
The house of Santos Dumont, one of Brazil's most important and famous inventors, known as one of the 'fathers' of aviation. Let's find out why!
9
Casa Stefan Zweig
20 minutes
The house where the famous writer Stefan Zweig lived with his wife, now a museum.
10
Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos
The road that leads to Petropolis. Breathtaking view !
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