Volta Redonda to Petrópolis

Updated: March 12, 2024 07:20 PM

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Volta Redonda to Petrópolis - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language: Portuguese

Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)

Distance: Approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles)

How to Reach:

• By car: The drive takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
• By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Volta Redonda and Petrópolis. The journey takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes.
• By train: There is no direct train service between Volta Redonda and Petrópolis. You can take a train from Volta Redonda to Rio de Janeiro and then transfer to a train to Petrópolis.

Expenses:

Item	Cost (BRL)
Transportation (round-trip)	100-150
Accommodation (per night)	100-200
Food (per day)	50-100
Activities	Varies depending on the activity

Best time to go:

The best time to visit Petrópolis is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.

What to Eat:

• Feijoada (black bean stew)
• Moqueca (fish stew)
• Pão de queijo (cheese bread)
• Brigadeiro (chocolate truffle)
• Quindim (coconut custard)

Where to Go:

• Imperial Museum: This museum is housed in the former summer palace of Emperor Pedro II.
• Crystal Palace: This beautiful building was built in the 19th century and is now used for exhibitions.
• Quitandinha Palace: This grand palace was built in the 1940s and is now a luxury hotel.
• Botanical Garden: This beautiful garden is home to a wide variety of plants and flowers.
• Cathedral of St. Peter of Alcantara: This cathedral is one of the most important landmarks in Petrópolis.

FA

• What is the best way to get from Volta Redonda to Petrópolis?
  The best way to get from Volta Redonda to Petrópolis is by car. The drive takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
• What is the cost of a round-trip bus ticket from Volta Redonda to Petrópolis?
  The cost of a round-trip bus ticket from Volta Redonda to Petrópolis is between BRL 100 and BRL 150.
• What is the best time to visit Petrópolis?
  The best time to visit Petrópolis is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.
• What are some of the best things to do in Petrópolis?
  Some of the best things to do in Petrópolis include visiting the Imperial Museum, the Crystal Palace, the Quitandinha Palace, the Botanical Garden, and the Cathedral of St. Peter of Alcantara.
• Where can I find more information about Petrópolis?
  You can find more information about Petrópolis on the city's official website: https://www.petropolis.rj.gov.br/

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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