Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Petrópolis, Brazil
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1.3 km
38 m
Experience Petrópolis in Brazil in a whole new way with our free self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in PetrópolisSight 1: Casa de Santos Dumont
Santos Dumont Museum House, better known as The Enchanted, is a museum located in the municipality of Petrópolis, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Sight 2: Museu de Porcelana
The Porcelain Museum of Petrópolis, founded in 2018, is a museum dedicated to porcelain that brings together a collection of 1800 hand-painted pieces and brings together, mainly miniatures of animals, from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The property belonged to the family of Marshal Rondon, and it is a listed building that maintains its original characteristics.
Sight 3: Museu de Cera
The Wax Museum of Petrópolis is a museum of wax figures, founded in 2011 in the city of Petrópolis. The museum has figures of characters, artists, or renowned individuals such as Albert Einstein, Jack Sparrow, Batman, Mr. Bean, as well as Brazilian historical characters such as Ayrton Senna, Santos Dumont, D. Pedro II do Brasil, Pelé, among others. It is one of the 17 wax museums in the world, in addition to being the only wax museum in the state of Rio de Janeiro and one of the only in Brazil.
Sight 4: Palácio Rio Negro
The Palácio Rio Negro is a palace located in Petrópolis, situated in a mountainous part of the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is one of the official residences of the President of Brazil, used mainly as a country retreat.
Sight 5: Palácio de Cristal
The Crystal Palace is located in the city of Petrópolis, in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Opened in 1884, the palace was initially built to house agricultural exhibitions, but today hosts exhibitions and events.
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