Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
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Is Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace worth booking?
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace is a 9-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $359 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 103 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (103)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $359 per person
Spend a day at Petrópolis, a mountainside retreat that once served as a summer getaway for Brazil's royalty. On this guided tour, wander through the treasures of the Imperial Museum and then visit the burial place of Dom
What you get
- Guided tour
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Imperial Museum Entrance Ticket
About this experience
Spend a day at Petrópolis, a mountainside retreat that once served as a summer getaway for Brazil's royalty. On this guided tour, wander through the treasures of the Imperial Museum and then visit the burial place of Dom Pedro II and his family. Marvel at the Crystal Palace, built as an extravagant gift to Princess Isabel. You will also meet the ancient Gothic Cathedral where Princess Isabel was buried along with the tombstones of D. Pedro II and his wife.
What's included
Included
- Guided tour
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Imperial Museum Entrance Ticket
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Get a nice perspective outside of Quintandinha Palace as soon as you arrive in Petropolis and take nice photos of the beautiful building.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Imperial Museum
Arriving at Petropolis, start off at the Imperial Museum, housed in the former summer palace of Pedro II, Brazil's second emperor. Follow your guide into this restored Austrian-style palace built in 1845, and get a good look at how Brazil’s royalty once lived. Walk by tapestries, antique furniture and jewels, and gawk at the imperial crown studded with over 600 diamonds and 77 pearls, weighing nearly four pounds (1.9 kg). See the golden quill used by Princess Isabel to sign a law that liberated Brazil’s slaves in 1888.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Petropolis
You will have one hour or so to have lunch (not included) in a local restaurant before walking to the Gothic Cathedral
60 minutes here
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara
The tour will continue on to the Gothic Cathedral where Princess Isabel was buried along with the tombstones of D. Pedro II and his wife.
20 minutes here
Museu Casa de Santos Dumont
You will go to the 14 Bis Square and then walk to the Santos Dumont Museum House, better known as The Enchanted. A picturesque residence embedded in a steep town in the city, built in 1918. The Museum preserves and disseminates a memory of the father of Brazilian aviation, the engineering genius who revolutionized the world. The visit to this Museum is optional and therefore the tickets are not included.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Crystal Palace
Walk over to a quiet park and feast your eyes on the Crystal Palace, a ballroom of glass and steel with chandeliers, all built and imported from France, as a gift to Princess Isabel from her husband. Hear about the expositions and royal parties once held here. You will stay here for around 40 minutes if you are going to the Teresa Street later. But if you are going to the Bohemia Beer Factory, the visit here will last for 10 minutes only
40 minutes here
Rua Teresa
If you want to, in your free time, you can choose to visit between the Teresa Street or the Bohemia Beer Factory. The Teresa Street is an open air shopping with great variety of goods, clothes at a very good price. Take your time and buy souvenirs for the whole family.
60 minutes here
Cervejaria Bohemia
If you want to, in your free time, you can choose to visit between the Teresa Street or the Bohemia Beer Factory. If you are more into local beers, you should visit the Bohemia Beer Factory (tickets not included), the first of its kind in Brazil. The tour is an interactive journey through the history, art and science of brewing. Find out all about beer from ancient times to the present day. Taste Bohemia direct form the source and live the whole experience in a modern and interactive environment. The Brewery Bohemia also has an emporium, a bar, and restaurant for you to enjoy all of their special beers with tasty dishes and snacks.
80 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Shared Petrópolis Tour
Shared with other guests: Petropolis day trip including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace and Optional Beer Factory Live Guide in: English, Spanish, Portuguese. Pickup included
Private Petrópolis Tour
Private Tour: Private guide and vehiclePetropolis day trip including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace and Optional Beer Factory Sedan: Up to 02 people. Or Van: from 03 to 13 people Live Guide in: English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French or Italian. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line Brazil
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.
- Tour has free time for visiting other main sights. Only tickets for Imperial Museum are included in price.
- Entrance fees to any other attractions are optional and therefore not included. Ask your guide for more information.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $359 to $2550
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 36
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace cost?
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Prices start at $359 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.
Is Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 103 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace?
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Around 36 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
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On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included, Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves, Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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