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Petrópolis
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro
Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture
Historic Center Hotel Deals
Kastel Petrópolis
All employees friendly and helpful. But an especial thanks to Julia (chef breakfast). She took care of my wife food restrictions with lots of care. She is 100% dedicated to her job, and to her clients! Congrats, Julia!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Excellent hotel! I have known for many years. My place whenever I visit Petrópolis
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Kastel Grão Pará
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
Hotel Casablanca Imperial
Hotel Solar do Império
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
Hotel York
Other neighborhoods around Historic Center
Valparaíso
While Valparaíso might 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.
Alto da Serra
Alto da Serra might not have many top sights, but Casa do Colono Alemao and Casa Stefan Zweig are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Villa Militar
While Villa Militar isn't home to many top sights, Casa Stefan Zweig and Quintandinha Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bingen
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bingen and surrounding area, you can visit Quintandinha Palace and House of Santos Dumont Museum.
Dr Thouzet
While Dr Thouzet might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Quintandinha Palace and Casa do Colono Alemao.
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 Imperial Museum.
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