
Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery
Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 40 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery worth booking?
Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery is a 12-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $24 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 40 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (40)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $24 per person
Enjoy a full day tour to Petropolis and get to experience the best places in the city. Known as the summer spot of the Imperial Family, Petrópolis is an important historical place for Brazilians. The Imperial Museum is t
What you get
- Entrance to Imperial Museum
- Bohemia Brewery (optional)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Enjoy a full day tour to Petropolis and get to experience the best places in the city. Known as the summer spot of the Imperial Family, Petrópolis is an important historical place for Brazilians. The Imperial Museum is the highlight of the tour as it is the place where you can see the furniture, the paintings, the clothes, the jewelry and other accessories used by the Imperial Family. Other places visited on this tour are the Crystal Palace, the St. Peter Cathedral, the Garden of Flowers watch, the Quitandinha Palace and more. Choose between three options: the basic (City Tour), the basic with lunch (City Tour With lunch) and the full experience (With lunch and Bohemia Brewery).
What's included
Included
- Entrance to Imperial Museum
- Bohemia Brewery (optional)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated beverages
- Sobremesas
- Ingressos para os demais locais
What you'll see and do
Sesc Quitandinha Cultural Center
Traditional Palace in Petropolis that has welcome celebrities from all over the world.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Imperial Museum
Enjoy a tour inside the former house of the Imperial Family. The jewelry, the furniture, the clothing is there for you to see.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara
Important neo-gothic cathedral in Petropolis city.
30 minutes here
Museu Casa de Santos Dumont
House of our Father of Aviation Santos Dumont.
Pass by without stopping
Cervejaria Bohemia
Optional. You see, step by step, how it is made one the most important beers in Brazil: the Bohemia. You will be able to see each procedure from the selection of the grains to the final product. And maybe, if you are luck, you have a little sample at the end.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace in Downtown Petropolis is a landmark in the city.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rio de Janeiro
If you do not contact us to reconfirm pickup time, we assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you do not contact us to reconfirm pickup time, we assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Options you can book
City Tour With Lunch
Buffet Lunch: Choose this option for Buffet Lunch included (drinks and desserts not included). Pickup included
City Tour
Choose this option for city tour WITHOUT lunch and WITHOUT visit to Bohemia Brewery. Pickup included
With Lunch and Bohemia Brewery
Bohemia Brewery: Choose this option for visit to Bohemia Brewery with beer tasting included. Buffet Lunch: Choose this option for Buffet Lunch included (drinks and desserts not included). Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rio Carioca Tour Ltda
Know before you go
- 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 tour on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and Carnival season.
- Duration of the transfer from Rio to Petropolis: approximately 2 hours.
- If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
- We contact you back in order to provide proper pickup time. Check your emails and/or cell phone.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers per Bus.
- If the Imperial Museum is closed, we offer entrance to the Casa de Santos do Dumont.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 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
- $24 to $67
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 14
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda, who run 29 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.4.
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Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery cost?
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Prices start at $24 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 Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery take?
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Plan for about 12 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 Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 40 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 Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery?
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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 Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery?
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Around 14 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 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Petropolis City Tour with Imperial Museum and Optional Lunch & Bohemia Brewery 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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