Petropolis City Tour

About this tour

The Imperial City of Petropolis is located in the 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 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.

* Visiting places:

• Quitandinha Palace (was the largest hotel casino in South America – optional inside tour);
• Sao Pedro de Alcantara Cathedral (Gothic style);
• Imperial Museum (historical-thematic of the Brazilian monarchy);
• Santos Dumont House (one of the pioneers of aviation);
• Cristal Palace (built in 1884);
• Bohemia Brewery (the first beer factory ever established in Brazil – optional Beer Tour).

* Tour details:

• Pick-up time: 07am
• Tour duration: 10hs (aprox)
• Recommendations: wear light clothes, comfortable shoes, cap or hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, jacket, water, passport or ID card, cash for lunch, tickets and extras.

* Prices:

• Solo traveler: check our home page with a list of tours to join in or contact us!
• Groups of 2 people – R$ 460, per person
• Groups of 3 people – R$ 430, per person
• Groups of 4 or more people – R$ 400, per person

* General Information:

• Short hiking sections are required for this tour. May include stairs or uphills.
• If the chosen date or the number of participants is not available, contact us to schedule the tour with your private group.
• Round trip transfer included in South Zone of Rio: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and surroundings. Contact us if you are staying in other places in Rio.