Private Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial City & History

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Quitandinha Palace — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience Petrópolis in a personalized and seamless way on a fully private tour designed around you.

✔ Private experience — only you and your group

✔ Designed for small private groups to ensure comfort and a better experience on mountain roads

✔ Dedicated guide, driver, and comfortable vehicle

✔ Led by specialized guides, carefully selected to provide a high-quality and in-depth historical experience

✔ Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and pace

✔ A perfect mix of history, culture, and scenic beauty

✔ Relaxed day away from the busy city

Located just 1.5 hours from Rio, Petrópolis offers a unique glimpse into Brazil’s imperial past, with charming streets, European architecture, and a peaceful atmosphere.

This is not a standard tour — it’s a carefully designed experience combining comfort, flexibility, and local insight.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: FabytourguideRJ

Ages: Adults (1–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Tickets are included
Included: Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Sesc Quitandinha Cultural Center

1 h 30 min

Visit the iconic Quitandinha Palace, once the largest casino in Latin America.

✔ Impressive 1940s architecture and design

✔ Beautiful lakeside setting and photo opportunities

✔ A glimpse into Brazil’s glamorous past
Casa do Colono Museum

50 min

Optional: Casa do Colono (Colonist House)

Discover the lifestyle of the early European settlers who helped build Petrópolis.

✔ Historic house preserved from the German colonist period

✔ Insight into daily life, traditions, and local culture

✔ A simple yet meaningful glimpse into the city’s origins
Imperial Museum

1 h 30 min Admission included

Visit the Imperial Museum, the former summer residence of Emperor Dom Pedro II.

✔ Explore the rooms, halls, and personal spaces of the Brazilian monarchy

✔ Learn about Brazil’s imperial history and royal legacy

✔ One of the most important historical landmarks in the country
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

30 min

Visit São Pedro de Alcântara Cathedral, one of Petrópolis’ most beautiful landmarks.

✔ Impressive neo-Gothic architecture and symmetry

✔ Final resting place of Brazil’s imperial family

✔ A unique interior with remarkable details and atmosphere
Casa De Petropolis / Casa Dos 7 Erros

1 h 30 min Admission included

Optional: Casa dos 7 Erros (Petrópolis House)

One of Petrópolis’ most surprising and unique hidden gems, open only on weekends.

✔ 19th-century mansion with original decor and European style

✔ Built by immigrant craftsmen with remarkable attention to detail

✔ A rare and authentic glimpse into the city’s past

Available Friday to Sunday, depending on opening hours
Stop 6

30 min

Optional Stop: Local Café Experience

Enjoy a relaxing break at a traditional café in Petrópolis, inspired by European flavors and recipes.

✔ Great spot to rest and enjoy the atmosphere

✔ Excellent coffee and cappuccino options

✔ A pleasant pause during the day

Optional stop, depending on your preferences and timing

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
Windsor Marapendi
Prodigy Santos Dumont By Wish
Vila Santa Teresa
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Windsor Barra Hotel
Internacional Airport
ARPOADOR
Santos Dumont Airport
Rio Othon Palace Hotel

and 31 more pickup points

I will contact you in advance via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is correct.

Using your ticket

Just meet the tour guide and show your reservation. The guide will be asking for your name.

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%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour will be in a private sedan car. We will pick you up at your hotel, the drive will be about 1 hour to Petropolis and another hour to come back. We also will stop one hour for lunch.