Title: Historic Center Travel Guide: Best of Historic Center, Petrópolis Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Historic Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Center-Hotels.d6337116.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Petrópolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Petrópolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Historic Center Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Historic-Center.d6337116.Car-Hire-Guide)[Historic Center Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Center.d6337116.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Historic Center Travel Guide ## Petrópolis ![Imperial Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191363-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Imperial Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191365-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Crystal Palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191558-Crystal-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historic Center](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191601-Yellow-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historic Center](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191402-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Historic Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Petrópolis travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Petrpolis.dx6023443) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Imperial Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191363-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Imperial Museum You can browse the exhibits at Imperial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Petrópolis. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Imperial-Museum-Historic-Center.d6219088.Attraction) ![Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191394-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara See the tombs of a former imperial family, the relics of revered saints and a stunning series of stained-glass windows at this 19th-century church. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-Saint-Peter-Of-Alcantara-Historic-Center.d6218953.Attraction) ![Yellow Palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191599-Yellow-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yellow Palace Join a guided tour to discover the history and secrets of this yellow-hued palace building, which serves as the city hall of Petrópolis. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yellow-Palace-Historic-Center.d6276335.Attraction) #### Crystal Palace Admire the design of this French-built glasshouse, relax in its pleasant garden and attend cultural events such as art exhibits and concerts. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Palace-Historic-Center.d6218959.Attraction) #### House of Santos Dumont Museum You can browse the exhibits at House of Santos Dumont Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Petrópolis. Amble around the area's rainforest or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/House-Of-Santos-Dumont-Museum-Petropolis.d6219105.Attraction) #### Bohemia Brewery You can take time to visit Bohemia Brewery during your travels to Petrópolis. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bohemia-Brewery-Historic-Center.d6218971.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5012156/3f3f7a32-5441-48cb-a629-3b039945856b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro £29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-excursion-to-petropolis-from-rio-de-janeiro.a5012156.activity-details) ![Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1049806/a007727e-e6fa-4fb8-9898-c85603f11308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/imperial-petropolis-historic-tour-teresa-street-and-lunch.a1049806.activity-details) ![21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4380287/abb39c38-7478-4004-a0e9-f35af90af27b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch £57 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-to-the-imperial-cida-of-petropolis-with-lunch.a4380287.activity-details) ![The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1087903/3fffd0ad-8ff7-4346-a594-efa1f38bfffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro £149 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-petropolis-day-tour-from-rio-de-janeiro.a1087903.activity-details) ![Imperial Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5038795/e46f114a-54a7-4caa-ad57-df95e913d341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Guided Day Trip to Imperial City of Petrópolis £153 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-day-trip-to-imperial-city-of-petropolis.a5038795.activity-details) ![Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4392499/f7745e05-50e4-44e5-9eb6-b6ed62dadfbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture £336 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-petropolis-from-rio-the-imperial-city-palaces.a4392499.activity-details) [See all activities in Petrópolis](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Historic Center ![Kastel Petrópolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90210000/90208500/90208444/a0508e23_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kastel Petrópolis Rua Marechal Deodoro 153 Petrópolis RJ £43 29 Dec - 30 Dec 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews) Good Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F12%2F2025&endDate=30%2F12%2F2025&selected=90208444&PinnedHotelID=90208444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Grande Hotel Petrópolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4920000/4913600/4913518/8838f562_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grande Hotel Petrópolis Rua Do Imperador 545 Petrópolis RJ £53 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) From courteous and attentive staff to the clean and beautiful rooms and location; the hotel was great! Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=4913518&PinnedHotelID=4913518&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Hotel Casablanca Imperial](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4940000/4936800/4936787/acb5dca5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Casablanca Imperial Rua Da Imperatriz, 286 Centro Petrópolis RJ 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Central location within a 5 minute walk for all that Petropolis has to offer. Great breakfast in a comfortable setting. Nice swimming pool area to relax. We had an issue with the toilet in our room and as the hotel couldn’t repair quickly they moved us to another room. Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026&selected=4936787&PinnedHotelID=4936787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026&selected=4936787&PinnedHotelID=4936787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9230000/9227000/9226948/40d6fd5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pousada Princesa Isabel - Visconde R. Visconde de Souza Franco, 529 Petrópolis RJ £46 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews) Relaxing getway Loved the stay. It was very relaxing and the environment was awesome. It didn’t feel like a corporate hotel, it felt like a reprieve. We loved it. Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=10%2F01%2F2026&selected=9226948&PinnedHotelID=9226948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Hotel Solar do Império](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6320000/6310600/6310558/632e15ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Solar do Império Av. Koeler, 376 Petrópolis RJ £132 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (560 reviews) Gorgeous well kept historic property. The breakfast the the afternoon tea were outstanding. We forgot our jackets in the room's closet. The hotel staff found it. We gave them our location, a hotel in Rio de Janeiro. They mailed to us, and 2 days later we received our jackets. Outstanding hospitality ... Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=6310558&PinnedHotelID=6310558&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Hotel York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32890000/32880800/32880756/7c9659e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel York Rua do Imperador, 78 Petrópolis RJ Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Palace of Grão-Pará and Imperial Museum are ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (120 reviews) I stay here on all of my visits to Brazil. Excellent in every way. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Petropolis-Oswaldo-Cruz.dx923149673475256320) ![Petropolis](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191373-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Valparaíso While Valparaíso may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like House of Santos Dumont Museum and Bohemia Brewery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Petropolis-Valparaiso.dx553248635976400240) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alto da Serra While Alto da Serra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casa do Colono Alemao and Casa Stefan Zweig. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alto-Da-Serra.dx553248635976387183) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Villa Militar Though Villa Militar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Stefan Zweig and Quintandinha Palace. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Petropolis-Villa-Militar.dx923151365847654400) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bingen While Bingen isn't home to many top sights, Quintandinha Palace and House of Santos Dumont Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. 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