Discover Petropolis and its Hidden Gems with our Private Tour | 7 hours to 8 hours

93 Reviews | Rio de Janeiro
From $172.03 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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Premium Private Tour
2 Adults x $376.68
$753.36
Approx Total
$753.36
Premium: Includes the visit to to the normally 'off-limits' second floor of the House of 7 Errors
Pickup included
Petrópolis Private Tour
2 Adults x $335.16
$670.32
Approx Total
$670.32
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English, Spanish
  • Tickets for the listed attractions
  • Pickup and drop-off in Rio and Petropolis: hotels, airports, seaport, you say where!
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Roundtrip to Petropolis (for customers staying in Rio)
  • Tour Guide
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • 'On the fly' adaptations: change the itinerary during the tour to match your wishes.
  • Food and Drinks

Overview

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.

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Pickup details

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. Read more ▼

Itinerary

  • Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center

    Our first stop is the Quitandinha Palace, a former hotel-casino with impressive architecture and gorgeous decoration inside.

    40 minutes

  • Imperial Museum

    Former summer house of the Royal Family, now a museum with a permanent exhibition of their furnitures, musical instruments, clothing, jewerly and more.

    1 hour 10 minutes

  • Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

    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.

    20 minutes

  • Casa De Petropolis / Casa Dos 7 Erros

    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!!

    30 minutes

  • Centro Historico de Petropolis

    Let's walk a little to 'feel the city and its atmosphere' and see the beautiful historical houses of the Imperial City.

    30 minutes

  • Crystal Palace

    Former winter garden with beautiful architecture.

    10 minutes

  • Parque Nacional da Serra dos Orgaos (Pass By)

    The road that leads to Petropolis. Breathtaking view !

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Additional Info

  • 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 House of 7 Errors only opens Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We will visit the outside on the other days.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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