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Petrópolis

Popular places to visit

Imperial Museum featuring street scenes

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.

Imperial Museum
Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara which includes a bridge, heritage architecture and a garden

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.

Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara

Vale das Videiras

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vale das Videiras during your travels in Petrópolis.

Vale das Videiras

Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava

You can enjoy retail therapy at Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava during your trip to Petrópolis. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava

Itaipava Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Itaipava Market during your stay in Bom Sucesso.

Itaipava Market

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.

Crystal Palace

Things to do

Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

P3,096
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery

Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery

P3,359
per adult
Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery
Imperial Museum

Private Guided Day Trip to Imperial City of Petrópolis

P11,793
per adult
Private Guided Day Trip to Imperial City of Petrópolis
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

P3,781
per adult
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch
Petrópolis

Petrópolis

P3,490
per adult
Petrópolis
The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis

Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro

P10,440
per adult
Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
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Top hotels in Araras

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada Uniao Industria, 10126, Itaipava, Petrópolis, RJ
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava and Mayor Paulo Rattes ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (257 reviews)
Noisy room
"The room was so noisy and made me wake up at 6:00 am"

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2018

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Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
Villa Itaipava Resort & Conventions

Villa Itaipava Resort & Conventions

3 out of 5
BR-040 KM62, Itaipava, Petropolis,, Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is P5,888 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,888
P6,006 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Itaipava Market and Shopping ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (122 reviews)
"Room is spacious king size bed but two single beds together. Breakfast is very good, internet not so good, had to go out of the room to connect. Good restaurant with good dining options, outside area of the hotel is nice"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022

Villa Itaipava Resort & Conventions
Pousada das Araras

Pousada das Araras

3 out of 5
4570 Estrada Bernardo Coutinho, Araras, Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is P3,862 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
P3,862
P3,939 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
Pousada boa, mas o restaurante é ruim.
"Pousada boa, mas o restaurante é ruim, Os travesseiros são duros."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2019

Pousada das Araras
Hotel Granja Brasil Resort

Hotel Granja Brasil Resort

4 out of 5
Estrada União e Indústria, 9153, Petrópolis, RJ
The price is P3,585 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P3,585
P4,023 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
"There's a great deal of construction going on here, but the hotel itself is wonderful."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023

Hotel Granja Brasil Resort
Pousada Chácara Aracê

Pousada Chácara Aracê

3.5 out of 5
Alameda Paranhos de Oliveira 550, Petrópolis, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Vale das Videiras and Itaipava Market ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"Tivemos uma experiência simplesmente maravilhosa na pousada! O chalé em que ficamos, chamado “Chalé da Paineira”, foi encantador: super aconchegante, limpo, bem equipado e com uma vista que transmite paz. Desde a nossa chegada, fomos muito bem recebidos pela equipe, sempre atenciosa e gentil. Sentimos ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

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Pousada Chácara Aracê
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56, Itaipava, Petrópolis, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P2,239 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P2,239
P2,558 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa castle in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful location the staff was excellent so welcoming will come back"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
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Other neighbourhoods around Araras

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Moura Brasil

While there might not be top attractions in Moura Brasil, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Crystal Palace and Bohemia Brewery.

Moura Brasil
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Fazenda Inglesa

While Fazenda Inglesa isn't home to many top sights, Bohemia Brewery and Crystal Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fazenda Inglesa
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Cascata do Imbuí

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cascata do Imbuí and surrounding area, you can visit Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

Cascata do Imbuí
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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 Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara.

Retiro II
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Quarteirão Ingelheim

If you're spending some time in Quarteirão Ingelheim, Carvalho's Solarium and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

Quarteirão Ingelheim
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Nogueira

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

Nogueira

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