From Rio de Janeiro - Petrópolis Day Trip with Optional Lunch
Rio de Janeiro (State), Rio de Janeiro
Admire the Imperial Museum on a city tour of Petrópolis, the former summer residence of the Brazilian Royal Family. Upgrade to a buffet lunch or visit the Bohemia Brewery.
Highlights
- Admire the memorabilia of the Imperial Museum
- Marvel at the neo-gothic architecture of the Cathedral of Saint Peter
- Explore the grand garden area of the Quitandinha Palace
Description
After pickup from Rio, relax on the 2-hour drive as you ascend into the hills towards Petrópolis, located 823 meters above sea level. Historic Petrópolis is famous for the period that Brazil was a monarchy, ruled by Dom Pedro II.
Start the tour with a stop at the Casa do Alemão. Located at the entrance to the city, the diner is famous for German sausage and croquettes. Next, marvel at the gardens outside the Quitandinha Palace.
Continue the tour at the Imperial Palace. Explore the interior of the palace, and see the original furniture, paintings, clothes, and jewelry used by the Royal Family in their former summer house. Next, marvel at the neo-gothic architecture of the Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara.
Take photos at the Crystal Palace, once used as the princess’s private garden. After this, take a break and enjoy lunch at a buffet restaurant (if option selected). Otherwise, use your free time to wander.
See the Santos-Dumont House, the former home of the famous Brazilian inventor and aviator, from the outside. Finally, visit the Bohemia Brewery (if option selected) and learn the techniques of beer making in the region. Stop at the Casa de Chocolate Katz before returning to Rio de Janeiro.
In high season, tours can take longer due to traffic and the large volume of people in the city.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Botafogo, Flamengo, Catete, and Centro
Entrance fee to the Imperial Museum
Multilingual guide
Visit to Bohemia Brewery (if option selected)
Lunch (if option selected)
Excludes
Drinks and desserts
Entrance fee to Quitandinha and Santos Dumont House
Important Information
- This tour will take place rain or shine
- Pickup between 6:45am-9:30am according to hotel location. Contact local supplier to find out pickup time
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
