Historic Center Travel Guide

Petrópolis

A pink and white building with arched windows and a stone entrance.
A pink and white colonial-style building with arched windows and a central entrance.
A glass conservatory surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A building with ornate architectural details, including a balcony with balusters and a window with a broken pane.
A glass conservatory with a domed roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a garden.

Stay near popular Historic Center attractions

A glass conservatory with a dome roof and ornate metal trim.

Crystal Palace

8.4/10 (75 reviews)
Admire the design of this French-built glasshouse, relax in its pleasant garden and attend cultural events such as art exhibits and concerts.
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Things to do

21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

Rp1.437.280
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Rp740.390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Rp1.225.949
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Rp1.015.884
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Rp808.470
per adult
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
Tree-lined stream leading to the Cathedral of Petropolis in Rio de Janeiro

Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace

Rp1.616.940
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
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Top hotels in Historic Center

Grande Hotel Petrópolis

Grande Hotel Petrópolis

3.5 out of 5
Rua Do Imperador 545 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp1.276.334 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp1.276.334
Rp1.301.861 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Kastel Petrópolis

Kastel Petrópolis

3 out of 5
Rua Marechal Deodoro 153 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp1.179.419 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp1.179.419
Rp1.203.007 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kastel Petrópolis
Hotel Casablanca Imperial

Hotel Casablanca Imperial

3 out of 5
Rua Da Imperatriz, 286 Centro Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp1.162.687 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp1.162.687
Rp1.185.941 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Casablanca Imperial
Grão Pará Petrópolis

Grão Pará Petrópolis

3.5 out of 5
Praca da Inconfidencia 12 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp624.763 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp624.763
Rp637.258 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (757 reviews)
"Amazing place, staff and breakfast were fantastic"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Grão Pará Petrópolis
Hotel Solar do Império

Hotel Solar do Império

4 out of 5
Av. Koeler, 376 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp2.230.931 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp2.230.931
Rp2.748.505 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful historic property! The architecture, furnishings, murals and grounds are stunning. The location is excellent for walk ability to conveniences and points of interest. The staff are very helpful and accommodating. The food was mostly excellent. I loved using the saunas and hot pool. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel Solar do Império
Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde

Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde

3 out of 5
R. Visconde de Souza Franco, 529 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp904.798 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp904.798
Rp922.894 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic castle with two towers, a large entrance, and surrounding greenery.

Itaipava

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Itaipava. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park or Itapaiva Castle.

A mountain range with clouds at sunset.

Araras

If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park are top sights worth seeing.

A brick building labeled 'NOGUEIRA' with a train track in front.

Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.

A large castle with a lake in front, surrounded by greenery and hills.

Quitandinha

Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A mountain range with a prominent peak, surrounded by clouds and vegetation.

Pedro do Rio

If you're spending some time in Pedro do Rio, Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

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