Come on a fantastic, approximately 7-hour, private day tour to Petropolis from Rio de Janeiro. Your group of up to 4 people will meet with your guide when picked up from your hotel to see sites such as the Imperial Museum, the Cathedral and Crystal Palace. This tour can be customized to your liking as it is your own private tour.
Tour Options
Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Pickup included
Top Tour
Extra stop on the way back: Stop at Leblon Lookout Point for pictures or even a caipirinha if you wish. Our treat! Great views of Leblon and Ipanema.
New Hybrid Vehicle: A fantastic ride in one of our best vehicles!
Pickup included
Itinerary
30 min
A wonderful building. Used to be the largest hotel cassino in South America.
25 min
The most beautiful church in the region. Aneo-Gothic construction.
Admission included60 min
The tour highlight. Used to be the summer palace for the emperors' family. You will lear a bit more about Brazil's history visiting this fantastic building!
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After visiting the Imperial Museum we go for a short walk through Koeler Avenue to see the beautiful historical houses. Then it's time for lunch.
Admission included40 min
Dumont is one of the most important persons in Brazil's history. We will take you to his house where you will discover its unusual innovations. The Enchanted was built in 1918 and it's part of our history.
20 min
A gift to Princess Izabel, the Cristal palace is used nowadays for exhibitions and shows.
30 min
Like shopping? You will have some free time to walk along Teresa street. Remember it is a private tour, and therefore we can skip it if you wish.
30 min
Feel like a beer? We can stop at one of the most famous breweries in Brazil if you wish. Visitation subjected to availability.
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The road that leads to Petrópolis. Breathtaking views!
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Book your tour with us!
Highlights
Private vehicle
Bottled water
All the entrance fees
Private driver/guide
Comfortable vehicle for up to 4 people
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's included
Included
Private vehicle
Bottled water
All the entrance fees
Private driver/guide
Comfortable vehicle for up to 4 people
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickups at any hotel in Rio de Janeiro South Zone. Places like Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, etc.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 4 people per booking
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro lasts about 5–7 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $249 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer pickups at any hotel in Rio de Janeiro South Zone. Places like Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, etc. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyO8i4aIEP1nqMA2cCzHQ+VY=, LOC-o0AXGEKPN4wJ9sIG0RAn5NNJ5pqcpJWf0fyrhcg6dEJ90IFQ4OvoDRK3JGp9m3ka.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(28)
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Claude_F
July 25, 2026
A must-do!
Excellent excursion, Flavio our guide was great, lots of explanations. Sites visited are packed with history. Very interesting walking tour of the charming city of Petropolis! A break in the mountains far from the hectic life of Rio, welcome during our trip. You have to do this excursion.
Operator response
Petrópolis est, sans aucun doute, une destination très agréable. Elle est proche de Rio de Janeiro et facile d'accès. Ce fut un plaisir de passer la journée avec toi et ton ami. Merci pour les super commentaires !
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347inesel
July 10, 2026
Wonderful experience
Very good explaining, very nice guide, everything was wonderful.
Operator response
Thank you for review here on TA. I'm glad you and your son have enjoyed our tour to Petrópolis. It was a beautiful day!
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kaichristopherr
February 23, 2026
individual and interesting trip into history
It was a wonderful Trip from Rio to Petropolis. Very interesting facts about the history of the City and the former Empire of Brasil. The tour guide Flavio was very helpful and friendly.
Operator response
Thank you for the lovely review here on TA. We've had a great day indeed where we visited the main attractions in Petropolis. Enjoy the rest of your time in Brazil. Danke!
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ElizabethA716
February 20, 2026
Beautiful Town
Petropolis is a beautiful town well worth the trip.
Operator response
Thank you for the review. We've had a great time and managed to finish the trip on time at the airport. Have a safe trip back to the US.
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ColoradoBuoy
January 24, 2026
Go with Flavio
We really enjoyed Flavio, and would do another tour with him. His English is very good due to living in New Zealand. He knows history and shares just the right amount of it. We felt very safe with him, even with our 4 suitcases in the car for the day. Petropolis was not a killer destination, but we’re glad we did it - different from Rio, and quite historic. Don’t hesitate using Flavio for Rio, Petropolis, or Buzios. BTW his new car had 345 total kilometers on it, and was comfortable.
Operator response
Thank you for the lovely review here on TA. I'm glad we've managed well the time spent in Petropolis so we could arrive on time at the airport. And yes, we are offering tours on a very special and comfortable hybrid vehicle. Hope you've had a safe trip back to the US.
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P9121FUraymondw
January 23, 2026
Great time.
Flavio was a great guide. Very knowledgeable, very nice personality, great driver. A joy to spend the day with!!
Operator response
Thank you! I've also enjoyed the time we spent in Petrópolis. Great day indeed!
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CamanoIsleTraveller
January 20, 2026
Absolutely do this!
We enjoyed exploring the highlights of Petropolis especially the Royal Palace. But most of all we loved the conversations with our guide Flavio about life here in Brazil. He is a history buff and provides context for what we saw. He was also happy to answer our myriad of questions about life as a Brazilian. His English skills are excellent and he is easy to understand.
Operator response
It was great to spend the day with you and your wife. We've had a great time in Petropolis indeed. Happy that you've enjoyed the Palace, which is one of the top attractions in the city. Many thanks for the lovely review here on TA.
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N5099CPtinas
January 18, 2026
5 stars is not enough for this tour. Excellent
This was a wonderful experience. It was rainy and a few days before there had been terrible flooding in Petropolis. I was concerned and considered cancelling until our guide/owner of tour company showed up. He made me feel at ease with the rain situation. He has been a tour guide for over 20 years in New Zealand and now Brazil (where he is from). He speaks very good English so was easy to understand. I had some issues with my knee and he made accommodations for me. I would highly recommend this tour and any others by this company.
Operator response
Thank you for the great review! Petropolis can be a trick day trip indeed if you don't know what you are doing. Especially when it is raining. And yes, years of experience always help.
Petropolis is the type of trip where we can visit all attractions even when it is raining as all the activities are indoors. Thanks again!
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jont301
November 15, 2025
An excellent way to see and learn more about Petrópolis!
Spent the day on a private tour of Petrólopolis, learning more about Brazil's history and culture. Our guide, Flavio, was an excellent host and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend taking a part of a day to go on this tour!
Operator response
It was a pleasure to have you and your wife on this fantastic day tour from Rio to Petrópolis. Lot's to do and see at the Imperial City! Thank you for review here on TA.
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wilfreda20152015
September 14, 2025
Wonderful
Such an amazing tour and guide!! my son and l love this tour so much, better than Rio.. the place is old world,quaint and you can stroll around safely.. the old houses are grand.. and we have the best knowledgeable guide Favio.. l highly recommend him even for Rio tour..
Operator response
Thank you for the great review here on TA. Petrópolis is indeed a wonderful place to visit. It was a beautiful day and the pictures we've taken confirm that. The ones at the Cathedral look great! Wish you both a great time in São Paulo and Foz do Iguaçu.
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