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Trip Planner:   South America  /  Brazil  /  State of Rio de Janeiro  /  Petropolis  /  Imperial Museum

Imperial Museum, Petropolis

4.8
#1 of 16 in Museums in Petropolis
Must see · Specialty Museum · Museum
Admire the splendor of a bygone Brazilian monarchy at Imperial Museum, the former summer palace of Emperor Pedro II. See the imperial carriage and a crown of the Brazilian Empire, as well as the emperor's robes and imperial jewels. Tour ornate, well-preserved halls and rooms displaying original furniture and paintings. You will need to wear slippers over your footwear in order to preserve the polished marble floor. Afterwards, visit the gardens to view the bronze statue of the emperor and a collection of royal family photos amidst trees. Plan my Petropolis trip by asking Inspirock to come up with tips and suggestions.
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FROM $56 BOOK WITH VIATOR Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
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FROM $205 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
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FROM $24 BOOK WITH VIATOR Historical Half-Day Tour to Petrópolis
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FROM $350 BOOK WITH VIATOR Petropolis Private Tour / The only imperial city in the Americas
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FROM $55 BOOK WITH VIATOR Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch
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FROM $57 BOOK WITH VIATOR Petrópolis Tour with Lunch
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FROM $128 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Petropolis Tour from Rio de Janeiro
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FROM $290 BOOK WITH VIATOR Unforgettable Petrópolis imperial city historical day trip
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  • By WeakKneeTraveler
    Completed in 1864, this was the former summer palace of Dom Pedro II. It is one of the key sites in Petropolis.  more »
  • By RandyRoss
    We visited Rio de Janeiro via cruise ship during Carnaval. While Carnaval was wonderful, it did make seeing the sights in Rio difficult. Also, we have been to Rio in the past and seen the major...  more »
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  • By Louis Stroud
    Very cool experience exploring the imperial museum. You have to wear this hilarious slippers and slide around the palace. It's very beautiful and opulent...obviously.
  • By emily bradford
    Good value for money, get to side around because you cannot wear shoes in the museum. Helpful staff.
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