Vargem Grande Travel Guide
Petrópolis
Visit Vargem Grande
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
Top hotels in Vargem Grande
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Kastel Petrópolis
the hotel is in a great location near major attractions by walking. the staff is very friendly, professional, attentive, kind. Amazing customer service. my family stayed on the superior room, it was big, clean, 2 baths, kitchen with major appliances, air conditioning was working, the pool was clean ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava
Great staff friendly and peaceful
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Petropolis Inn
Friendly staff, clean amenities and excellent location
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel Borgo Del Vino
achei algumas falhas no quarto, fiquei na suite 11, considerada uma das melhores do local, mas nao tinha uma tomada disponivel na mesa de cabeceira para carregar os celulares, muito menos uma tomada USB/USBC, o quarto era muito escuro, e so tinha coertina blackout, se abrisse, as pessoas que estavam ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Intercity Teresopolis
Other neighbourhoods around Vargem Grande
Fazenda Inglesa
While Fazenda Inglesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bohemia Brewery and Crystal Palace.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Moura Brasil
When in Moura Brasil, you can plan a visit to Crystal Palace and Bohemia Brewery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bingen
While Bingen isn't home to many top sights, Quintandinha Palace and House of Santos Dumont Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quarteirão Ingelheim
While visiting Quarteirão Ingelheim, you might make a stop by sights like Carvalho's Solarium and Piabanha River.
Villa Militar
Though Villa Militar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Quintandinha Palace and House of Santos Dumont Museum.
