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Petropolis City Tour

Day trips

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

The Imperial city of Petropolis is located in Mountainous Region of Rio de Janeiro (68 km / 42 miles - around 1 hour drive). Frequented since the 19th century by the emperor Dom Pedro I, and the Royal family. Since then, during the summer, the city became the capital of the Empire of Brazil, with the change of the entire court. Quiet and charming streets make the tour very pleasant! The mild climate, historic buildings and preserved Atlantic Forest are major tourist attractions. Located among the forested mountains of Serra dos Orgaos, the imperial city, is a very well-known and visited winter vacation spot in the Mountainous region of Rio. The city has an excellent tourist and gastronomic structure. Get to know the Petropolis city in a fascinating walking tour!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Accredited tour guide

What's not

  • Lunch and extras
  • Tickets (Quitandinha Palace, Imperial Museum, Santos Dumont House, Wax Museum, Bohemia Brewery)

Itinerary

  1. Quitandinha Palace (was the largest hotel casino in South America - optional inside tour);

    20 min

  2. Sao Pedro de Alcantara Cathedral (Gothic style);

    20 min

  3. Imperial Museum (historical-thematic of the Brazilian monarchy);

    2 h

  4. Santos Dumont House (one of the pioneers of aviation - optional)

    20 min

  5. Wax Museum (optional)

    20 min

  6. Cristal Palace (built in 1884);

    20 min

  7. Bohemia Brewery (the first beer factory ever stablished in Brazil - optional Beer Tour).

    2 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 6 travellers
Operated by
RioXtreme
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommendations: wear light clothes, comfortable shoes, cap or hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, jacket, water, passport or ID card, cash for tickets, lunch and extras.
  • Short hiking sections are required for this tour. May include stairs or uphills.
  • Pickups outside these areas (South Zone of Rio) will have an additional charge.
  • Pickup times vary by location and will be shared a few days before via WhatsApp or email. Please wait in the lobby.
  • RioXtreme shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, incident, sickness, or injury. It is advisable that the traveler should avail of travel insurance as there can be chances of potential risks and hazards. Also, by booking this tour the traveler declares that are mentally and physically able to participate. No refund is applicable after starting the tour.

How it compares in Rio de Janeiro

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 152 day trips we list in Rio de Janeiro.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • 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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