Discover Petropolis and its Hidden Gems with our Private Tour
- 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the elegance and grandeur of Brazil's Imperial City on a private, full-day tour to Petropolis from Rio de Janeiro. With your own personal guide, you'll explore the city's most famous landmarks, including the opulent Quitandinha Palace, the Imperial Museum (former summer residence of the Royal Family), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the intriguing and exquisite House of 7 Errors. As you wander the picturesque streets lined with European-style houses, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the city's past and its significance in Brazilian history. With roundtrip transportation included, this private tour offers a seamless and stress-free way to discover the beauty, charm, and history of Petropolis. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the culture and elegance of Brazil's Imperial past.
Inclusions
What's included
- Tickets for the listed attractions
- Pickup and drop-off in Rio and Petropolis: hotels, airports, seaport, you say where!
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Roundtrip to Petropolis (for customers staying in Rio)
- Tour Guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- 'On the fly' adaptations: change the itinerary during the tour to match your wishes.
What's not
- Food and Drinks
Itinerary
Our first stop is the Quitandinha Palace, a former hotel-casino with impressive architecture and gorgeous decoration inside.
Former summer house of the Royal Family, now a museum with a permanent exhibition of their furnitures, musical instruments, clothing, jewerly and more.
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.
Exclusive access! Visit the "House of 7 Errors", a house with intriguing and exquisite architecture and decoration, including the 'off limits' second floor! A must-see!!
Let's walk a little to 'feel the city and its atmosphere' and see the beautiful historical houses of the Imperial City.
Former winter garden with beautiful architecture.
The road that leads to Petropolis. Breathtaking view !
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- BE FREE TRANSPORTADORA TURISTICA
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do not operate this tours on Mondays because all the attractions are closed.
- Exclusive access to the 'Casa dos 7 Erros' (House of 7 Errors) 'off-limits' second floor. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only.
- The Casa de Petrópolis (House of 7 Errors) is temporarily closed. We will update this information as changes occur.
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Its from-price is 100% above the median of the 279 city tours we list in Rio de Janeiro.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 36 of 279.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro sweeps between mountains and ocean, a city of famous beaches, granite peaks, samba rhythms and a carnival known around the world.
Christ the Redeemer stands with open arms atop Corcovado, looking down on the city, and cable cars climb Sugarloaf Mountain for views across Guanabara Bay. Below, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are the stage for daily life, with volleyball, kiosks and the wave-patterned promenade, while Leblon and Arpoador extend the strip.
Top-ranked sights in Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor), Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Açúcar), Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón).
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