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

S$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

S$73
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

S$87
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

S$57
per adult
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis

Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro

S$507
per adult
Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Museum in Brazil

Petropolis Day Tour

S$83
per adult
Petropolis Day Tour
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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 S$86 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
S$86
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Location is perfect, also breakfast is very good and staff is very kind"

Reviewed on 15 Sept, 2026

Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Kastel Petrópolis

Kastel Petrópolis

3 out of 5
Rua Marechal Deodoro 153 Petrópolis RJ
The price is S$92 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
S$92
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (571 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 11 Aug, 2026

Kastel Petrópolis
Hotel Casablanca Imperial

Hotel Casablanca Imperial

3 out of 5
Rua Da Imperatriz, 286 Centro Petrópolis RJ
The price is S$77 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
S$77
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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. ...
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 2 Aug, 2026

Hotel Casablanca Imperial
Grão Pará Petrópolis

Grão Pará Petrópolis

3.5 out of 5
Praca da Inconfidencia 12 Petrópolis RJ
The price is S$48 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
S$48
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (730 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 S$220 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
S$220
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (640 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 S$70 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
S$70
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 mountain range with a prominent peak, surrounded by clouds and vegetation.

Corrêas

If you're spending some time in Corrêas, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Morro do Mata Porcos are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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