Discover the fascinating history of the Portuguese Royal Family in Rio de Janeiro on this half-day tour. Explore the locations connected to the monarchy, hear entertaining stories, and visit the Museu Histórico Nacional. A fun and educational experience!
Discover the fascinating history of the Portuguese Royal Family in Rio de Janeiro on this half-day tour. Explore the locations connected to the monarchy, hear entertaining stories, and visit the Museu Histórico Nacional. A fun and educational experience!
- Praca Quinze de Novembro - The historic site of the former main harbor where the Royal Portuguese Family arrived in 1808. This marks the beginning of it all.
- Rua Primeiro de Março - Once the principal street during Colonial Times, this area was home to several court members.
- Paco Imperial - This building has served various purposes over…
- Praca Quinze de Novembro - The historic site of the former main harbor where the Royal Portuguese Family arrived in 1808. This marks the beginning of it all.
- Rua Primeiro de Março - Once the principal street during Colonial Times, this area was home to several court members.
- Paco Imperial - This building has served various purposes over the years.
- Museu Historico Nacional - A visit here highlights items related to the Portuguese Royal Family, showcasing artifacts from both the Colonial and Imperial periods.

- Tickets to enter the Museu Histórico Nacional
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets to enter the Museu Histórico Nacional
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Pickup in Barra/ Recreio has additional rate of 10 USD (40 BRL) per person.
- Lunch
- Pickup in Barra/ Recreio has additional rate of 10 USD (40 BRL) per person.
This tour offers a leisurely walk through sites linked to the Portuguese Royal Family. Participants will hear fascinating tales about the Portuguese Monarchy and learn about their arrival in Brazil in 1808. The journey begins with a hotel pickup, leading to the Royal Family’s disembarkation point. Discover more about the relocation of the Portuguese…
This tour offers a leisurely walk through sites linked to the Portuguese Royal Family. Participants will hear fascinating tales about the Portuguese Monarchy and learn about their arrival in Brazil in 1808. The journey begins with a hotel pickup, leading to the Royal Family’s disembarkation point. Discover more about the relocation of the Portuguese Royal Court from Europe to Brazil. The tour includes amusing stories and anecdotes. The group will then proceed to the former main street, which was home to several court members, and learn how the aristocracy occupied these residences. Following this, the tour visits the building that served as the office for the Portuguese King. Finally, the tour concludes with a visit to the Museu Histórico Nacional, where the extensive collection of artifacts is sure to captivate. The focus is on items related to the Portuguese Royal Family. This enjoyable tour is filled with humorous stories and intriguing facts about the Portuguese Royal Family. At the end, participants return to the hotel with a deeper understanding of the Monarchy.
- Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
- Non refundable in case of bad weather.
- ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
- Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis.
- Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.