Petrópolis Tour from Rio de Janeiro: The Imperial City

Explore Brazil’s Imperial City on a full-day trip from Rio with transportation, a professional guide, and admission to the Imperial Museum.

Leave Rio de Janeiro behind for a day and discover Petrópolis, Brazil’s historic Imperial City, on a full-day tour combining Brazilian history, mountain scenery, and distinctive architecture.

Relax during the approximately one-hour journey from Rio in an air-conditioned vehicle, taking in the mountain landscape and views of Serra dos Órgãos National Park along the way.

Once in Petrópolis, discover several of the city's historic landmarks. Pass the Quitandinha Palace, a former hotel-casino dating from the 1940s, and visit the Cathedral of São Pedro de Alcântara, a striking Neo-Gothic landmark and the burial place of Emperor Dom Pedro II.

A highlight of the day is the Imperial Museum, the former summer residence of Dom Pedro II. Admission is included, allowing you to learn more about Brazil's imperial history and see a collection associated with the imperial family, including Dom Pedro II's crown.

The tour also takes you to the Crystal Palace and near the Santos Dumont House Museum, dedicated to the famous Brazilian inventor and aviation pioneer. Visiting the Santos Dumont museum is optional and admission is not included.

You'll also have free time in Petrópolis. Choose to explore Rua Teresa, known for its shopping area, or consider an optional visit to the Bohemia Brewery. The tour includes approximately one hour for lunch; food is not included, but restaurant options will be suggested.

It's an excellent way to experience a different side of Rio de Janeiro State while discovering Brazilian history, imperial heritage, architecture, and mountain scenery.

WHY CHOOSE THIS EXPERIENCE?

Full-day trip from Rio: discover Petrópolis on an approximately 10-hour excursion.

Imperial Museum admission: learn about Dom Pedro II and Brazil's imperial family.

Historic landmarks: discover the Cathedral of São Pedro de Alcântara, Quitandinha Palace, and Crystal Palace.

Air-conditioned transportation: round-trip transportation from selected areas of Rio de Janeiro.

Professional guide: live commentary available in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Free time: explore shopping areas or optional attractions in Petrópolis.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Children up to 4 years old travel free if they do not occupy a seat.

The tour operates rain or shine.

Admission is included for the Imperial Museum only.

Admission to optional attractions such as the Santos Dumont House Museum is not included.

Approximately 1 hour is provided for lunch. Food and drinks are not included.

Pickup begins from 8:00 AM.

Guests must contact the tour operator to confirm their exact pickup time.

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Provide the hotel name when booking so the appropriate pickup location can be arranged.

Reconfirm the exact pickup time with the operator.

In the Special Requests field, provide each traveler's first and last name, a mobile contact number, and the hotel name and address.