Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture | 10 hours

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Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture
2 Adults x $450.00
$900.00
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$900.00
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English, Spanish
  • VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport Greet & Meet service.
  • Professional licensed private tour guide.
  • Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotels and airports.(Within the city of Rio)
  • Entrance fees for all attractions described in the program.
  • Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
  • Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people. Otherwise, the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Tips. (optional)

Overview

Uncover the early stories that marked the imperial past history of Brazil and shaped its future visiting the charming historic city of Petrópolis. Petrópolis is known as the imperial city, where Brazilian heritage is proudly preserved in the historical palaces, architecture, culture, food and historical displays. It was founded in 1843 by the Emperor Dom Pedro II. It preserves historical past and the most modern touristic infrastructure, the city today receives visitors that crowd the quaint streets, museums, gardens, shops, restaurants, and exhibits. Accompanied by a guide, learn about the curious history of the Brazilian royal family that ruled Brazil for 67 years, and why Brazil practically the entire 19th century was the only monarchy in a Latin America. With a rich ethnic mix assimilated to its culture, Petrópolis also stands out with a unique gastronomy that combines flavors and recipes for all tastes. From funky bars to fine restaurants, and yet many breweries.

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PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORTS / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or port there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle. Read more ▼

Itinerary

  • Quitandinha Palace Congress and Convention Center

    "Quitandinha Palace" Visit Quitandinha Palace, a building built in 1944 to be the “Gambling Capital of Brazil”. Marble bathrooms, chandeliers with crystal pendants, a lighting system that would be enough to light up a city of 60,000 inhabitants and a lake is shaped like a map of Brazil. Its halls can accommodate up to 10,000 people simultaneously. It’s really worth the visit!

    30 minutes

  • Imperial Museum

    We will also enter the Imperial Museum to admire the relics which is preserves, taking us closer to the charismatic figure of Pedro II, who made this marvellous building his summer residence. Today, it is the most visited museum in Brazil. Visit its beautiful garden and interior, where objects of the royal family and several other historical pieces are located.

    40 minutes

  • Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara

    "Cathedral of São Pedro de Alcântara" One of the main sights of Petrópolis, the São Pedro de Alcântara Cathedral enchants tourists from all over the world with its new-gothic French style, marble sculptures in Carrara, stained glass and the imperial mausoleum. Not to mention the interesting stories and some curiosities. The Imperial Mausoleum is one of the cathedral's great historical attractions. In the center there is a double sarcophagus with the remains of the Emperor D. Pedro II and Empress Tereza Cristina.

    30 minutes

  • Museu Casa de Santos Dumont

    Visit the Santos Dumont's House. Known as the father of aviation for being the first to fly on board a motor plane, without the need for launch ramps. Alberto Santos Dumont is one of the main names in Brazilian history and his achievements are considered national pride. The house was designed by Santos Dumont for his summer residence in the city. The Santos Dumont's house preserves and disseminates the memory of the father of the Brazilian aviation, an engineering genius who revolutionized the world.

    30 minutes

  • Crystal Palace

    Crystal Palace The Crystal Palace is one of the most touristic spots in Petrópolis. The precast structure, in cast iron, was ordered in France by Conde D'Eu, Princess Isabel's husband, and took five years to be ready. It was set up in Petrópolis and opened in 1884 to house exhibitions of flowers, birds and agricultural products. Currently the space hosts cultural events and exhibitions.

    30 minutes

  • Cervejaria Bohemia

    Brewery Bohemia Whoever enters Brewery Bohemia, immediately falls in love with the universe of beer. The visit offers the most complete brewing experience in Latin America. The tour presents the history of beer, its production process and ingredients that lead visitors to unique sensory experiences with exclusive tastings. It’s certainly an unmissable attraction to take a complete tour at it with tastings.

    50 minutes

  • N/A

    It's worthwhile paying a visit to one of the largest open-air malls in Latin America. On Tereza st., there are more than 1200 stores with a lot of variety of products for all tastes and styles.

    40 minutes

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Petropolis Guide by Eva 24 May 2024

Published on May, 2024

The Petrópolis tour was nothing what I thought it was going to be, Ms Eva was very knowledgeable spoked 3 languages, very informed step by steps. Know her history. I felt it was a little overate the Museum. The Crystal Palace was a joke, just a empty building. The Quintandinha Palace was should a long drive just to only see the outside from across the lake. Didn’t walk down Teresa Street, but did go inside the Mall. NeiGotic Cathedral was very nice. The Chocolate Factory was very nice. The Domonts house seem from distance. The lunch meal was amazing, drinks not inclue. Dessert not included. But it was nice, what make nice was Eva the guide.

An great historical tour

Published on Feb, 2022

Mas a amazing tour, beautifull and historical city, and many details about de Royal family by Camila, ouro show and lovely guide

Excellent Tour of Petropolis

Published on Feb, 2022

We wanted to have one major historical day trip from Rio and found this great tour. Camila & Michel were our guides and they were both excellent. Both showed great knowledge and passion for the Petropolis history and area which made the tour that much better. The highlight was the former palace of Dom Pedro II, as well as learning all the history of the city. Highly recommend this tour to anybody.

Amazing city

Published on May, 2021

“Our last tour when visiting Brazil was to the city of Petrópolis and Gregtur made great arrangements for us. Camila was our guide and friend throughout the tour. As it was during the pandemic, we had the entire city to ourselves and a had wonderful time exploring multiple historical sights. Glad to have had this experience and wish I had more time...."

The Tour in Petrópolis

Published on May, 2021

What can I say? Words just don’t do an experience like we had any justice. It was a breathtaking tour in the city of Petrópolis. Camila, our guide took us on the trip of a lifetime. With Covid, they were super flexible and accommodating and fixed our tour without any issues. We went to Quitandinha Palace, Petrópolis Imperial Museum, Cathedral of São Pedro, Brewery Bohemia, just to mention a few. We ate amazing local food and experienced life like it is for the locals. We drove the whole way having Camila sharing so much information about Rio, culture and history. If you choose to go to Brazil, you have to go with Gregtur. A trustworthy company that will make your trip exactly what you want and need. Thank you guys

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