About this experience
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).
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese
- Entrance for Imperial Museum
- Roundtrip transfer from the main hotels at (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Flamengo) and Downtown
Not included
- Entrance for other attractions with optional visit, as Santos Dumont’s House
Itinerary and highlights
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.
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.
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
Palace originally dedicated to host exhibitions and events, opened in 1884.
Picturesque residence built in 1918 that housed Santos Dumont, Brazilian inventor and aviation pioneer.
Bohemia is the first beer factory in Brazil and contains the most complete beer experience in Latin America.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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 .
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- 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.
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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 .
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