Petrópolis, the Imperial City

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Catedral São Pedro de Alcântara — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Palácio Quitandinha — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Take the road to the historic city of Petropolis, founded after an initiative of the emperor Dom Pedro II and known as the "Imperial City".

Pass by the "Palácio Quitandinha", a former casino-hotel from the 1940’s. Visit the Imperial Museum and learn more about the history of Brazil and of the imperial family. Observe the Crystal Palace, stage of great dinners and parties.

Get to know the São Pedro de Alcantara’s Cathedral, a beautiful monument with neo-gothic architecture where D. Pedro II, one of the Brazilian emperors, is buried.

Go to the Santos Dumont’s House (optional visit – tickets not included), a museum about the famous Brazilian inventor, considered one of the pioneers of aviation. Then, enjoy your free time as you wish: choose between a walk on Rua Teresa, famous by the big shopping area, or for Bohemia Brewery tour, and explore traditional Brazilian beer. The tour includes a break for lunch (options with and without meal included).

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 19 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: C2Rio Tours & Travel

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese
Included: Entrance for Imperial Museum
Included: Roundtrip transfer from the main hotels at (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Flamengo) and Downtown

Not included

Not included: Entrance for other attractions with optional visit, as Santos Dumont’s House

Itinerary

Sesc Quitandinha Cultural Center

30 min Admission included

Historic former luxury resort hotel, considered one of the most impressive architectural monuments in Petrópolis. It was the largest hotel casino in Latin America as of its foundation.
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

15 min

Cathedral built in Gothic Revival style church between 1884 and 1925. It is also the resting place of the last Emperor of Brazil, Dom Pedro II, and his family.
Imperial Museum

50 min Admission included

The IMperial Museum is the former summer residence of Emperor Pedro II (reigned 1831–1889), which was built starting in 1845. The museum includes pieces of the monarchical past of Brazil
Crystal Palace

Passing by

Palace originally dedicated to host exhibitions and events, opened in 1884.
Museu Casa de Santos Dumont

Passing by

Picturesque residence built in 1918 that housed Santos Dumont, Brazilian inventor and aviation pioneer.
Cervejaria Bohemia

one hour Admission included

Bohemia is the first beer factory in Brazil and contains the most complete beer experience in Latin America.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Visconde De Piraja Apartment
Rio Design Copacabana Hotel
Ducasse Rio Hotel
Rio Top C14
Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Rio Roiss Hotel
Windsor Martinique Copabana
Rio Othon Palace Hotel
Social Hostel
Novo Biarritz Copacabana Hotel
Etours - Luxuoso 2 Quartos No Leblon
ibis Budget RJ Copacabana

and 94 more pickup points

Roundtrip transportation from the main hotels Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon) – if you’re not at one of the hotels in our pickup list, we will inform you the nearest pickup point

Expected time: between 7:45 and 9:30am (departure) and 7:00pm (return) - subject to change according to the traffic conditions

Pick-up from the hotel takes place before the start time of the activity. If you do not receive confirmation of your departure time, please contact us.

-It is not recommended to book appointments on the same day as the tour, as the return time may vary according to the traffic conditions .

Using your ticket

-Please, inform the name of your hotel to confirm the nearest pickup point and time.

-This tour operates rain or shine.

-Roundtrip transportation from Rio de Janeiros’ South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Flamengo) and Downtown.

-Please contact the company responsible for the tour to confirm the pickup time.

-It is recommended to bring: camera, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, repellent, water, comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate to the weather (chilly).

-If the Imperial Museum is closed, we will visit the Santos Dumont House.

-Pick-up from the hotel takes place before the start time of the activity. If you do not receive confirmation of your departure time, please contact us.

-It is not recommended to book appointments on the same day as the tour, as the return time may vary according to the traffic conditions .

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Petropolis with Lunch & Beer

Entrance for Bohemia Brewery: Explore traditional Brazilian beer.

Buffet Lunch: Drinks and desserts not included. Available for purchase at the restaurant.

Pickup included
Imperial Petropolis

Pickup included
Petropolis with Lunch

Buffet Lunch: Drinks and desserts not included. Available for purchase at the restaurant.

Pickup included