Discover Petropolis and its Hidden Gems with our Private Tour
Description
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the elegance and grandeur of Brazil's Imperial City on a private, full-day tour to Petropolis from Rio de Janeiro. With your own personal guide, you'll explore the city's most famous landmarks, including the opulent Quitandinha Palace, the Imperial Museum (former summer residence of the Royal Family), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the intriguing and exquisite House of 7 Errors. As you wander the picturesque streets lined with European-style houses, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the city's past and its significance in Brazilian history. With roundtrip transportation included, this private tour offers a seamless and stress-free way to discover the beauty, charm, and history of Petropolis. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the culture and elegance of Brazil's Imperial past.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our first stop is the Quitandinha Palace, a former hotel-casino with impressive architecture and gorgeous decoration inside.
Former summer house of the Royal Family, now a museum with a permanent exhibition of their furnitures, musical instruments, clothing, jewerly and more.
The 'Sao Pedro de Alcantara' Metropolitan Cathedral, a French neo-Gothic style construction, where the remains of the former Emperor D. Pedro II and some members of the Royal Family are buried.
Exclusive access! Visit the "House of 7 Errors", a house with intriguing and exquisite architecture and decoration, including the 'off limits' second floor! A must-see!!
Let's walk a little to 'feel the city and its atmosphere' and see the beautiful historical houses of the Imperial City.
Former winter garden with beautiful architecture.
The road that leads to Petropolis. Breathtaking view !
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up at any hotel, Airbnb, airport, seaport or any other place of your convenience in Rio de Janeiro and Petropolis. If your pick-up place is not listed, please inform it when booking. Also, for airport pickup please inform the arrival flight details; for seaport pickup please inform cruise ship information The drop-off at the end of the tour is also included.
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Important Information
- 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
- We do not operate this tours on Mondays because all the attractions are closed.
- Exclusive access to the 'Casa dos 7 Erros' (House of 7 Errors) 'off-limits' second floor. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only.
- The Casa de Petrópolis (House of 7 Errors) is temporarily closed. We will update this information as changes occur.
Reviews(98)
I took my bosses dad with me on this excision. We had a blast. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly.
Thanks again! Petropolis is great, isn't it? Take care! :)
Our tour was perfect. Our tour guide Romulo and our driver, coincidentally, Romulo made a great team. We are an older couple (73 & 75), and they took great care for our safety and comfort. Saw every thing we wanted to see and more. It was wonderful, getting out of Rio for the day with a welcome respite from the heat and overall frenetic energy of the city. Petropolis is calm, cool and historically interesting.
Petropolis is a gem. It's great to know that you liked the tour and the Romulos. Thanks for your kind words. Take care! :)
Excellent trip the driver was excellent and we felt safe going up and down the mountains. The guide Henry was wonderful, knowledgeable and attentive. Gave us guided tour but also allowed us to explore alone. A wonderful day. I would recommend to everyone.
We are really happy to know you had a great experience with us! Thanks for the review and the recommendation. Take care! :)
The Petrópolis Tour is very interesting! It provides an immersive experience and education about Brazilian history.
True. Petropolis is a must-see if you like History. Thanks for the review. Take care! :)
Our guide Rafael and driver, Alex did a fantastic job. They picked us up from the hotel and enjoyed the experience. After a wonderful tour, Rafael choose a great trip to have lunch. Thank you Rafael and Alex.
Yes, Petropolis is really a must see! It's great to know that you had a great experience there. Thanks for the review. Take care! :)
We did four tours with Marcelo and his company while in Brazil. All three were outstanding. After booking a Rio tour with him, we had a couple days to fill in our itinerary and he suggested this tour. It did not disappoint. It was a great change of pace from Rio full of history and culture. The palace and casino were both must see attractions. It was also our last day of the trip and he flawlessly coordinated our drop off at the airport. If you need a top Rio tour company, look no further. Marcelo will work with you, adjust, and customize to fit you.
It was a pleasure showing Petropolis to you. I knew you were going to love it. Thanks for the fantastic review. Take care! :)
Fabulous location to get away, visit the Imperial Palace and church. Walk around the locality, to feel like you are on another holiday a tremendous change from busy and hot Rio.
Petropolis wins everyone's heart. We're very happy that you enjoyed your experience with us there so much. Thank you for your review. Take care!
It was a spectacular tour. the wonderful old town!! Our incomparable Spanish language guide. !. Very recommended
Petrópolis es realmente increíble. Estamos encantados de que su experiencia con nosotros haya sido tan buena. Gracias por su resena. Saludos!
The tour was great but the company was even better, Rafael and his partner are wonderful persons we had an awesome time with them, Rafael is very knowledgeable and he explained everything clearly and in detail, he understood our needs and worked with us. We’re 1000% satisfied. Thank you
Wow, that's great to know! Petropolis is lovely and even better in good company. Thanks for the great review. Take care! :)
A great tour with Fabriana , our guide, on a very rainy day. No problem with the rain as tour is mostly indoors . Excellent architecture and history. Although quite a way from Rio, its well worth a visit once you’ve seen The main sights in Rio ie Christ the Redemer etc.
Such a charming, lovely city, right? Totally worth a visit. Thanks for the review. Take care! :)
