Amazonas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Parque Sao Vicente
Explore the great outdoors at Parque Sao Vicente, a lovely green space in Petrópolis. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
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.
Activities
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Our pick of the best Amazonas Hotel Deals
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Beautiful location the staff was excellent so welcoming will come back
Reviewed on 25 June 2025
Hotel Caracas Rio
Neighborhood is not bad
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025
ibis budget Petropolis
Dirty bathroom walls, grout and shower door knobs.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2022
Plage Hotel
Is a nice place and the restaurant food is very good. They have a pretty friendly staff. The only thing I didn't like was the pillows because they are kind of firm. It was a pleasant and peaceful stay and if you get a room with a view it's a very nice view of the water.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025
Bomtempo II Chalés by Castelo Itaipava
Great staff friendly and peaceful
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Matiz Multi Suítes
Safe
Reviewed on 7 June 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Amazonas
Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Capela
If you're spending some time in Capela, Vale do Paraíba and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Duarte da Silveira
While there might not be top attractions in Duarte da Silveira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Quintandinha Palace and Bohemia Brewery.
Valparaíso
While Valparaíso may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like House of Santos Dumont Museum and Bohemia Brewery.
