Petropolis City Tour
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.
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Petropolis City Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Petropolis City Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center
Quitandinha Palace (was the largest hotel casino in South America - optional inside tour);
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara
Sao Pedro de Alcantara Cathedral (Gothic style);
Imperial Museum
Imperial Museum (historical-thematic of the Brazilian monarchy);
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Accredited tour guide
- Lunch and extras
- Visitation tickets (Quitandinha Palace, Imperial Museum, Santos Dumont House, Bohemia Brewery)
- 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.
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional 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.
