Valparaíso 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.
Throne of Fatima
You can learn about the history of Petrópolis with a visit to Throne of Fatima. 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.
Top hotels in Valparaíso
Hotel Petropolis Inn
Thank you for the kind attention
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Pousada Valparaiso
Os anfitriões muito hospitaleiros, café da manhã muito bom! Adoramos a experiência!
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Beautiful location the staff was excellent so welcoming will come back
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025
Kastel Petrópolis
The staff was amazing and the cleanliness of the rooms was fantastic!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Caracas Rio
Neighborhood is not bad
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025
Plage Hotel
All is good for the price
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Valparaíso
Villa Militar
Though Villa Militar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Stefan Zweig and Quintandinha Palace.
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.
Alto da Serra
While Alto da Serra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casa do Colono Alemao and Casa Stefan Zweig.
Dr Thouzet
While there might not be top attractions in Dr Thouzet, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Quintandinha Palace and Casa do Colono Alemao.
Bingen
While Bingen isn't home to many top sights, Quintandinha Palace and Bohemia Brewery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
