Centro Histórico de Petrópolis
Centro Histórico de Petrópolis
Centro Histórico de Petrópolis
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Susan C
London, UK337 contributions
Jan 2023
Great views on the drive from Rio. This pink palace was home to the former Royal Family. The Crown Jewels are beautifully displayed. However, bags must be left in lockers and overshoes worn. These can be cumbersome, especially when climbing the stairs. Stay close to your guide, as larger groups cannot easily hear commentary and rooms are small. An experience indeed.
Written 23 March 2023
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Richard S
Bracknell, UK612 contributions
Aug 2022
There are many old houses along the central avenue, with water in the middle. Some of the houses are museums, or pousadas. The recent flood damage has been repaired beautifully.
Written 4 September 2022
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RobertoVillavicencio Grossmann
Sao Jose Dos Campos, SP99 contributions
Jan 2022
Historical city with amazing urban and architectural monuments. It is an important document of a period of Brazilian history. Nevertheless it hasn't been taken care properly. Except for the Cathedral, which is under restoration, everything is very deteriorated, including the Emperor's Summer Palace.
Nature of the region is astonishing and those who enjoy hiking and visiting national parks will enjoy the surroundings. But the city is not worth visiting.
Nature of the region is astonishing and those who enjoy hiking and visiting national parks will enjoy the surroundings. But the city is not worth visiting.
Written 7 January 2022
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada11,719 contributions
Feb 2020
One can see why the Portuguese Royal Family chose Petropolis as the location for their summer palace. This is a beautiful city in a great setting. We visited the Imperial Palace, the cathedral and the former casino, among other places.
Written 12 May 2020
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Wesley C
Tucson, AZ9,878 contributions
Oct 2019
Petropolis is located high in the mountains about an hour or two from Rio. In 1845, Dom Pedro I declared Petropolis his summer home and started construction of the beautiful Imperial Palace (now a museum). He donated land to other nobles so that they could build homes nearby. These mansions make up the centro historico. Best seen on foot -- very safe and comfortable.
Written 29 March 2020
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wfaria
20 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
It is also close of some nice touristic
points and shops. Try to find a hotel here and you will be able to spend a day here walking through museums and other places.
points and shops. Try to find a hotel here and you will be able to spend a day here walking through museums and other places.
Written 14 March 2020
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Chen P
Taipei, Taiwan31 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
I went there to visit the former summer palace of Emperor Pedro II, it is a museum now with a log of royal collections. We also went to the Cathedral and Crystal Palace. Good place away from Rio.
Written 3 October 2019
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Ken B
Overton, NV61 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
Amazing homes and buildings in a very European designed in the mountain tropical rainforest. I was thinking that I was in Portugal or maybe Spain or Italy.
Written 6 April 2019
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Kelly1972
21 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
This city is so beautiful it should be in the 10 places to go whilst in Rio as it’s only a hours drive away. The buildings are magnificent it’s like going back in time. Next time we come to Brazil we will come and stay here and take trips down to Copacabana beach plus it was a lot safer here.
Written 2 November 2018
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carlosmp
Rio de Janeiro, RJ4,600 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Petropolis historical neighborhood is wonderful, for many reasons. Firstly, it is well preserved. Safe, one can walk around and visit the cathedral, where the remains of the last emperor and his wife rest; some old palaces and monuments, such as the former summer imperial palace, now petropolis museum, a wonderful visit though its gardens is also compulsory; the former main avenue, the cristal palace and the santos Dumont house, not far away. Many old palaces and houses, and one can have some idea of how this city used to be in old times. Not to miss!
Written 8 September 2018
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Marcos M
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Como é que se estaciona na região? Inacreditável que perdi duas horas procurando vaga e desisti da visita ao Museu, porque simplesmente não há onde estacionar, nem próximo, nem em lugar nenhum de Petrópolis. A Prefeitura, ou administração do Museu, já deveria ter resolvido este problema. O turismo é ignorado. Porque não se cria uma área na lateral específica para visitantes com a cobrança do ingresso junto e destinação da receita ao Museu? Não volto mais, apesar do enorme interesse pela História. Paciência tem limite.
Larissabrittos
96 contributions
Quantos dias são suficientes para conhecer a cidade?
RosilaneMarini
Eugenópolis35 contributions
Não sei uma resposta exata, mas com dois dias aqui ainda não cheguei a metade do que gostaria de fazer.
vanbora viajar
Guaruja, SP202 contributions
Oque poderia indicar para a noite, como barzinho??
CENTRO HISTÓRICO DE PETRÓPOLIS (Petropolis) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Centro Histórico de Petrópolis
- We recommend booking Centro Histórico de Petrópolis tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 15 Centro Histórico de Petrópolis tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Centro Histórico de Petrópolis:
- Petropolis: The Imperial City with Lunch (From S$69.92)
- Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro (From S$83.88)
- Discover Petropolis and its Hidden Gems with our Private Tour (From S$223.72)
- Petrópolis Imperial City Tour (From S$80.11)
- Petrópolis City Tour with lunch (From S$110.43)
- Hotels near Centro Histórico de Petrópolis:
- (0.03 km) 16Flats: Flat Imperador
- (0.20 km) Pousada Princesa Isabel Dom Pedro
- (0.10 km) Stylish Apartment - Historical Center Petrópolis
- (0.30 km) Grande Hotel Petrópolis
- (0.24 km) Hotel York
- Restaurants near Centro Histórico de Petrópolis:
- (0.01 km) Monsieur Dumont
- (0.02 km) Carlito's Restaurante
- (0.02 km) Dinno's Lanches
- (0.02 km) Shopping Sucos
- (0.02 km) Pastel Do Imperador