About this experience
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!
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- 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.
What is included
- Private transportation
- Accredited tour guide
Not included
- Lunch and extras
- Tickets (Quitandinha Palace, Imperial Museum, Santos Dumont House, Wax Museum, Bohemia Brewery)
Itinerary and highlights
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 - optional)
Wax Museum (optional)
Cristal Palace (built in 1884);
Bohemia Brewery (the first beer factory ever stablished in Brazil - optional Beer Tour).
Meeting and pickup information
- Rio de Janeiro's South Zone hotels and accommodations. (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo and others). Contact us if you are in another places in Rio.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- RioXtreme
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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