Itaipava Travel Guide
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.
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.
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
Private Custom Petrópolis Day Trip: For history or for fun!
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
Top hotels in Itaipava
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
Pousada Tankamana
Wood House
"Não gostei de praticamente nada, infelizmente a pousada está em má condições de uso como: limpeza precária, toalhas de banho rasgada e mal lavada, toalha de rosto manchada, TV ainda de tubo e nãofunciona, vaso sanitário entupido sem condições de uso, área da piscina ruim, iluminação precária, estacionamento ..."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Ninho da Arara
"o casarão é lindooo! a decoração é maravilhosa. Luiz é muito prestativo e educado. únicos inconvenientes - a estrada passa bem na porta e o movimento de carros, motos e caminhões incomoda bastante. a piscina poderia ter aquecimento."
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Itaipava
Nogueira
While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.
Pedro do Rio
If you're spending some time in Pedro do Rio, Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
Cascata do Imbuí
Cascata do Imbuí might not have many top sights, but Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Corrêas
If you're spending some time in Corrêas, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Cascatinha
If you're spending some time in Cascatinha, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
