Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
At a glance
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro is a 8h – 10h guided experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, operated by Pepe Rio Tours. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 955 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $44.14 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Imperial Museum Ticket, Air-conditioned vehicle, Accredited Tour Guide.
Highlights
- Rated 4.7/5 by 955 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 8h – 10h
- Group
- Small group, up to 30 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Trip to Petropolis with transfer included. Discover the Imperial City with the No. 1 agency in Rio, without intermediaries.
Discover Petrópolis and discover how this small city became the Capital of the Empire of Brazil. A picturesque place, full of history and culture.
With its pleasant climate and beautiful architecture, the city was for many years the home of Dom Pedro II, Emperor of Brazil, being present at the most important moments of our country.
An exciting tour that will make you relive the history of Imperial Brazil.
What's included
What's included
- Imperial Museum Ticket
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Accredited Tour Guide
- Free Buffet - Drinks and desserts not included
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Museum Casa de Santos Dumont
- Hotels in Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center
- Brewery Bohemia
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Upon entering the Complex, the visitor will pass through a sanitary barrier, where the temperature will be measured. The use of a mask is mandatory. Alcohol gel totems are positioned in several spaces. The Imperial Museum has the main collection in the country relating to the Brazilian empire.
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Stop 2 · 30m
It has 50 thousand square meters and six floors, divided into 440 apartments and 13 large rooms up to 10 meters high. The dome of the Salão Mauá is the largest concrete dome in the world, measuring 30m in height and 50m in diameter. A large amount of sand from Copacabana beach was used in the construction of the lake.
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Stop 3 · 30m
Construction in French neo-Gothic style. Inside, there is the Mausoleum where the remains of the Imperial Family are located (Dom Pedro II, Mrs. Teresa Cristina, Princess Isabel and Count D'Eu, his eldest son Pedro de Alcântara and his wife D. Elisabeth) and can also be sculptures by Jean Magrou, Bertozzi, stained glass windows and paintings by Carlos Oswald can be seen.
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Stop 4 · 20m
It opened in 1884 to house exhibitions of flowers, birds and agricultural products. Its precast structure, in cast iron, was ordered from a foundry in France by Count D`Eu, being assembled in Petrópolis by engineer Eduardo Bonjean. Today it hosts cultural events and exhibitions.
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Stop 5 · 30m
One of the oldest chocolate factories in Petrópolis, we can visit the store, which in addition to delicious chocolates, we can also have access to souvenirs that are sold there.
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Stop 6 · 20m
Museu Casa de Santos Dumont, better known as A Encantada, is located in the municipality of Petrópolis, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Santos Dumont's house in Petrópolis is a picturesque residence embedded in a steep location in the city built in 1918.
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Stop 7 · 1h
Rua Teresa, located in the city of Petrópolis in the state of Rio de Janeiro, is considered the largest fashion hub in the Serrana region, with more than 1200 stores and contributes to the realization of approximately 40,000 jobs for the city.
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Stop 8 · 1h
(Optional) Anyone who enters the Bohemia Brewery immediately falls in love with the beer universe. The visit offers the most complete brewing experience in Latin America. The Tour presents the history of beer, its production process and ingredients that lead visitors to unique sensory experiences and exclusive tastings.
Meeting point
Meeting at the Hotel Atlântico Business.
Meeting at the Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana.
Meeting next to the Mar Palace Copacabana Hotel.
Meeting next to Sol Ipanema Hotel.
Meeting at the hotel Janeiro.
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro take?
The experience lasts about 8h – 10h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $44.14 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Imperial Museum Ticket; Air-conditioned vehicle; Accredited Tour Guide; Free Buffet - Drinks and desserts not included.
Where does it start?
Meeting at the Hotel Atlântico Business. Meeting at the Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana. Meeting next to the Mar Palace Copacabana Hotel. Meeting next to Sol Ipanema Hotel. Meeting at the hotel Janeiro.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 955 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rio de Janeiro.
