Vargem Grande Travel Guide
Petrópolis
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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.
Top hotels in Vargem Grande
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Hotel Petropolis Inn
Excellent staff . Rapport qualité prix inégalable . Propreté impeccable et déjeuner délicieux
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Intercity Teresopolis
No eords to describe it. Excellent custumer service, amazing room service and delicius breakfast. Ee love it and recomend!!!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Borgo Del Vino
Hotel excelente , novo , atendimento impecável . Porém uma taxa surpresa e descabida foi cobrada além da taxa de serviço de mais de 12%
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
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 Barao de Maua House and Bohemia Brewery.
Capela
If you're spending some time in Capela, Vale do Paraíba 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.
Moura Brasil
When in Moura Brasil, you can plan a visit to Barao de Maua House and Crystal Palace, 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.
