Petrópolis
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Visit Petrópolis
Where to stay in Petrópolis

Itaipava
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Itaipava. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava or Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

Historic Center
Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and House of Princess Isabel.

Araras
While visiting Araras, you might make a stop by sights like Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava.

Quitandinha
Travelers like the historic sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nogueira
While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Nogueira Lake and Piabanha River.

Corrêas
While visiting Corrêas, you might make a stop by sights like Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River.

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Beautiful location the staff was excellent so welcoming will come back
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

ibis budget Petropolis
Dirty bathroom walls, grout and shower door knobs.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

Bomtempo II Chalés by Castelo Itaipava
We really enjoyed ourselves and wish we could have stayed longer. The food and staff were all excellent.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

CHALÉS PRINCESA ISABEL
Tudo maravilhoso. Eu e o meu marido tivemos uma estadia perfeita.
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

Santa Serra Itaipava

Casa Indaiá
A Roberta e a dona Maria foram super solicitas, são pessoas maravilhosas e muito simpáticas. Gostamos muito da estadia, o quarto super limpo e confortável e o café da manhã um espetáculo. Adoramos tudo e com certeza voltaremos!
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025
Popular places to visit

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.
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.
Itapaiva Castle
Find out about the history of Petrópolis with a stop at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
Quintandinha Palace
You can find out about the history of Petrópolis with a stop at Quintandinha Palace. Amble around the area's rainforest or experience its museums.
Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park, a lovely green space in Petrópolis. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Things to do

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Petropolis City Tour + Bohemia Brewery + Lunch

Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro

Wild Waters: Rio Whitewater Rafting Adventure Tour
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- House of Princess Isabel
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- Granja Comary
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- Itapaiva Castle
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- House of Santos Dumont Museum
- House of Princess Isabel
- Itaipava Market
- Barao de Maua House
- Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava
- Parque Sao Vicente
- Palace of Grão-Pará
- Petropolis Wax Museum
- Casa da Princesa Isabel
- Petropolis Municipal Park
- Free Flight Ramp of Simeria
- Casa Stefan Zweig
- Yellow Palace
- Piabanha River
- Liberty Square
- Casa De Claudio De Souza
- Casa de Rui Barbosa
- Nogueira Lake
- Expeditioners Square




