A full day in the city built as a summer residence for the Portuguese royal family, with its many attractions, plus free time to shop on Rua Teresa, the biggest and cheapest clothing street in the state of Rio de Janeiro.
What you'll see
Quitandinha Palace
The grand former casino resort palace, one of the most impressive buildings in Brazil.
The Crystal Palace
A jewel of glass and iron set among the gardens, next to the famous flower clock.
São Pedro de Alcântara Cathedral
The neo-Gothic cathedral at the elegant heart of the imperial city. Nearby we also pass the house of Santos Dumont, the father of aviation.
The Imperial Museum
The Imperial Museum in the royal palace, home of the treasures of the Brazilian monarchy.
Chocolate Áries
A little street market with different types of local chocolates.
Shopping on Rua Teresa
Free time for shopping on Rua Teresa, or a tour of the Bohemia beer factory (additional charge of R$30).
What travelers say
“An excellent guide, there are no words. We really enjoyed the tour with him! He knows so much and enriches us with his knowledge, and at every spot he stops and explains the way only a real guide knows how.”
“Our biggest experience from Rio! A tour you must not miss! With a person who really knows his field and keeps things fascinating throughout the whole tour! Warmly recommended!!!”
Moments from this trip
Petropolis
