Historic Center

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.

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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

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

P2,631
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

P4,860
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

P3,610
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Tree-lined stream leading to the Cathedral of Petropolis in Rio de Janeiro

Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace

P5,627
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

P4,356
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

P2,734
per adult
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
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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 P4,732 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
P4,732
P4,827 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Kastel Petrópolis

Kastel Petrópolis

3 out of 5
Rua Marechal Deodoro 153 Petrópolis RJ
The price is P3,668 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P3,668
P3,741 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (570 reviews)
"I was not really pleased with the fact that the presidential suites are located at the 2nd floor and offer no good views of the city."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Kastel Petrópolis
Hotel Casablanca Imperial

Hotel Casablanca Imperial

3 out of 5
Rua Da Imperatriz, 286 Centro Petrópolis RJ
The price is P4,095 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P4,095
P4,177 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The location is amazing and staff are very friendly. But the room was very dated and breakfast was below average."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Hotel Casablanca Imperial
Grão Pará Petrópolis

Grão Pará Petrópolis

3.5 out of 5
Praca da Inconfidencia 12 Petrópolis RJ
Fully refundable
The price is P2,317 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
P2,317
P2,363 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (728 reviews)
"Amazing place, staff and breakfast were fantastic"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Grão Pará Petrópolis
Hotel York

Hotel York

3 out of 5
Rua do Imperador, 78 Petrópolis RJ
The price is P2,796 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P2,796
P2,852 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Palace of Grão-Pará and Imperial Museum are ...
Hotel York
Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde

Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde

3 out of 5
R. Visconde de Souza Franco, 529 Petrópolis RJ
The price is P3,695 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
P3,695
P3,769 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas and neighborhoods 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

While visiting Araras, you might make a stop by sights like Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

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

Corrêas

While visiting Corrêas, you might make a stop by sights like Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Morro do Mata Porcos.

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

Quitandinha

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

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