Pedro do Rio Travel Guide
Petrópolis
Visit Pedro do Rio
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.
Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa
Enjoy an outing to Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa during your stay in Petrópolis.
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.
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!
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Top hotels in Pedro do Rio
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava
"Great staff friendly and peaceful"
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Kastel Petrópolis
"AC was phenomenal and necessary due to heavy humidity. Very nice smart tv which worked very well when the internet worked (missed 24 hours out of 4 day stay. Excellent parking option on site. Adjacent to nice mall. Walking distance to many restaurants."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Borgo Del Vino
"O Hotel não temos o que falar de tão perfeito e recomendamos por ser uma experiência única.Quarto lindo ,espaçoso e a decoração super moderna,cama muito confortável,ar maravilhoso...Tudo IMPECÁVEL!!Café da manhã 5 estrelas e o hotel possui dois restaurantes que comemos maravilhosamente bem.Equipe ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Petropolis Inn
"Very nice breakfast, clean, nice area!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
"The staff was super helpful and the hotel was very clean and beautiful. The breakfast was excellent. Valet parking was included and was very convenient. The location was right in downtown and had easy access to food, shopping, and tourist spots."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pedro do Rio
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.
Nogueira
While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.
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.
Posse
While visiting Posse, you might make a stop by sights like Rio Preto and Vale do Paraíba.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Corrêas
If you're spending some time in Corrêas, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
