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What to do in Petrópolis
Popular places to visit
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 trip 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.
Quintandinha Palace
You can find out about the history of Petrópolis when you stop by Quintandinha Palace. Amble around the area's rainforest or experience its museums.
Itapaiva Castle
Find out about the history of Petrópolis when you spend time at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Vale das Videiras
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vale das Videiras during your travels in Petrópolis.
Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava during your visit to Petrópolis. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Areas of 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 historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Palace of Grão-Pará.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Nogueira
While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Nogueira Lake and Piabanha River.
Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cascatinha
If you're spending some time in Cascatinha, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
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