Museum
petropolis
124 locals recommend,
Location
Praça Dom Pedro II
Centro, RJ
Tips from locals
Petropolis is a historical town nested in Rio de Janeiro's mountains. A worthwhile detour on your way to "Fazenda Agua Mansa".
Imperial city in the mountains about 2 hours from Rio by a wonderful road in the heart of Atlantic forest. visit the Imperial Museum, the Cathedral, etc..
Petrópolis-RJ, also known as "Imperial City" for having been the residence of Emperor Dom Pedro II and his family, is a tourist city famous for its history with the Portuguese crown, housing furniture from the period of the former palace of the 19th century emperor, as well as his personal possessions and the Crown!