Petrópolis

Travel Guide

A Gothic-style church with a tall spire, surrounded by lush greenery and a red bridge.
A metal fence with green leaves and red flowers.
A red bridge over a canal with trees on either side.
A moss-covered stone wall with green foliage growing between vertical metal bars.
A gated pathway with white gates and a red-tiled roof, flanked by white walls and greenery.

Where to stay in Petrópolis

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A historic castle with two towers, a large entrance, and surrounding greenery.

Itaipava

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

A pink and white building with arched windows and a stone entrance.

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace.

A mountain range with clouds at sunset.

Araras

While visiting Araras, you might make a stop by sights like Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

A brick building labeled 'NOGUEIRA' with a train track in front.

Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.

A mountain range with a prominent peak, surrounded by clouds and vegetation.

Corrêas

While visiting Corrêas, you might make a stop by sights like Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Morro do Mata Porcos.

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56 Petrópolis RJ
The price is P2,798 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
P2,798
P3,189 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,096 reviews)
"Everything considered, it was a very very good place to stay for 3 nights. My only small complaint is that the place is kind of in the middle of nowhere, and outside of the hotel itself, there is little or nothing to do."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Grande Hotel Petrópolis

Grande Hotel Petrópolis

3.5 out of 5
Rua Do Imperador 545 Petrópolis RJ
The price is P4,705 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
P4,705
P4,799 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Location is perfect, also breakfast is very good and staff is very kind"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava

Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Estrada do Contorno Petrópolis Rio de Janeiro
The price is P2,603 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P2,603
P2,974 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (507 reviews)
"Great staff friendly and peaceful"

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
CHALÉS PRINCESA ISABEL

CHALÉS PRINCESA ISABEL

3.5 out of 5
R. Visc. da Penha, 155 Petrópolis RJ
Stay at this chalet in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Palace of Grão-Pará and Imperial Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Quarto impecável, muito limpo, bem equipado, cama muito confortável. Preço elevado mas justo pelo que oferece."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

CHALÉS PRINCESA ISABEL
Santa Serra Itaipava

Santa Serra Itaipava

3 out of 5
5 R. Neuza Goulart Brizola, 200 Petrópolis RJ
Stay at this vacation home in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Centro Cultural Celina de ...
Santa Serra Itaipava
Casa Indaiá

Casa Indaiá

3 out of 5
R. Custódio Ferreira da Costa Petrópolis RJ
Stay at this cottage in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Free Flight Ramp of Simeria and Casa do Colono Alemao are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"O atendimento da Dona Maria e seu belo cafe da manha. As instalacoes do local, sao excelentes."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Casa Indaiá
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Petrópolis attractions

A glass conservatory with a dome roof and ornate metal trim.

Crystal Palace

8.4/10 (75 reviews)
Admire the design of this French-built glasshouse, relax in its pleasant garden and attend cultural events such as art exhibits and concerts.
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Things to do

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

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

P5,001
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

P3,610
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

P4,356
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
View from "The Post Card Peak". The Highlight of our day trip!

Hiking Adventure in Serra dos Órgãos National Park from Rio

P19,855
per adult
Hiking Adventure in Serra dos Órgãos National Park from Rio
The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis

Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro

P24,896
per adult
Private Petropolis Imperial City Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro
Paddling down the river

Rio: Whitewater Rafting Rainforest Adventure

P12,237
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio: Whitewater Rafting Rainforest Adventure
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A panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro at sunset, featuring the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, and the cityscape with cable cars.

Rio de Janeiro

A valley with rolling hills, scattered houses, and a prominent tower.

Paty do Alferes

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