Title: Visit Historic Center: Best of Historic Center, Petrópolis Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Historic Center](https://expedia.ca/Historic-Center-Petropolis-Hotels.0-n6337116-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Petrópolis](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Petrópolis](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Historic Center Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Historic-Center.d6337116.Car-Rental-Guide)[Historic Center Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Historic-Center.d6337116.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Historic Center ## Petrópolis ![Imperial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219088/9254d77b-b7c2-4530-b0ec-edd31da7be61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Imperial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219088/9254d77b-b7c2-4530-b0ec-edd31da7be61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Imperial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219088/ebcf54ba-6fde-4819-a17b-6b3072c1adcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Crystal Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208892/95245dfa-cbe1-40dd-8eb3-b73c5f678de8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historic Center which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337116/ef4431ef-395c-4f1e-ab85-524f4ed90a10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Historic Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Petrópolis travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Petrpolis.dx6023443) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Crystal Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208892/874447eb-b721-40c0-813f-91f0e8316e53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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.ca/Crystal-Palace-Historic-Center.d6218959.Vacation-Attraction) ![Imperial Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219088/9254d77b-b7c2-4530-b0ec-edd31da7be61.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 travels to Petrópolis. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Imperial-Museum-Historic-Center.d6219088.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6218953/4cd98fe4-edf9-4b79-bd73-d118627aac90.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.ca/Cathedral-Of-Saint-Peter-Of-Alcantara-Historic-Center.d6218953.Vacation-Attraction) ![Petropolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023443/681c1ab2-1728-4b68-be35-4feccc6a16b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Liberty Square After visiting Liberty Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Petrópolis. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Liberty-Square-Petropolis.d6219113.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yellow Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6276335/a185402a-5aad-47a0-93e6-1d25ff1abb1f.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.ca/Yellow-Palace-Historic-Center.d6276335.Vacation-Attraction) #### Palace of Grão-Pará You can find out about the history of Petrópolis with a trip to Palace of Grão-Pará. Amble around the area's rainforest or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Grao-Para-Palace-Historic-Center.d6219160.Vacation-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 CA $56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/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 CA $77 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/imperial-petropolis-historic-tour-teresa-street-and-lunch.a1049806.activity-details) ![Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/546130/01f483d9-1491-436e-a28b-b86a10b6ca00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option CA $61 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/petropolis-city-tour-with-lunch-and-bohemia-brewery-option.a546130.activity-details) ![Petrópolis](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1568266/3296d1e4-ad03-431b-adf6-dfa2547fe1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Petrópolis CA $82 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/petropolis.a1568266.activity-details) ![Imperial Museum in Brazil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/572159/01915ebf-5f9c-4486-9db3-25ff24fe7ffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Petropolis Day Tour CA $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/petropolis-day-tour.a572159.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 Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro CA $544 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-petropolis-imperial-city-day-trip-from-rio-de-janeiro.a1087903.activity-details) [See all activities in Petrópolis](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Petropolis.d6023443.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Historic Center Hotel Deals ![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 CA $84 CA $86 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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! (429 reviews) The staff was amazing and the cleanliness of the rooms was fantastic! Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&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 CA $98 CA $100 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 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. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Ja é a segunda vez que nos hospedamos no Grande Hotel, e sempre recebemos um otimo atendimento. Quartos limpos, ar gelando, cafe da manha excelente. Super bem localizado e com um preço muito justo. Sempre que voltarmos, ficaremos lá. Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=4913518&PinnedHotelID=4913518&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Kastel Grão Pará](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8300000/8298200/8298160/532e10b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kastel Grão Pará Praca da Inconfidencia 12 Petrópolis RJ CA $62 CA $63 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (648 reviews) Good breakfast, very friendly staff. Leisure area was nice but hot tube and pool looks like needed be cleaned and had lots of bleach and chemicals. Bedrooms needs a makeover, very old building. Missed cupboards and hangers to organize clothes. Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=8298160&PinnedHotelID=8298160&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 CA $213 CA $263 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (580 reviews) Mouldy walls, empty bottle of shampoo, noisy room, breakfast with limited choice and very slow service it took 10 mins to get some warm milk, pool with no lights, dirty sauna, Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=6310558&PinnedHotelID=6310558&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 WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 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 Dec 24, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=4936787&PinnedHotelID=4936787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=4936787&PinnedHotelID=4936787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6337116) ![Pousada Dom Petrópolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34990000/34981200/34981139/ec2dd2ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pousada Dom Petrópolis Av. 7 de Abril 609 Petrópolis RJ CA $57 CA $65 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews) O Cafe em si poderia ser melhor. Muito FRACO. 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[](https://expedia.ca/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 Alto da Serra might not have many top sights, but Casa Stefan Zweig and Imperial Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/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) ### Estrada da Saudade While there might not be top attractions in Estrada da Saudade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palace of Grão-Pará and Imperial Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Petropolis-Estrada-Da-Saudade.dx923173152568385536) ![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 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bingen and surrounding area, you can visit Quintandinha Palace and Bohemia Brewery. [](https://expedia.ca/Petropolis-Bingen.dx923177759763865600) ![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) ### Retiro II If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Retiro II and surrounding area, you can visit Petropolis Municipal Park and Palace of Grão-Pará. 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