Itaipava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a large arched entrance, pointed towers, and a banner reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPA.'
A historic stone castle with two towers, a grand entrance, and ivy-covered walls.
A castle-like building with a sign reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPAVA' and a large wooden gate.
A historic castle with two towers, a large entrance, and surrounding greenery.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a village with houses on the slopes, and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Itaipava attractions

Itapaiva Castle

8.6/10 (74 reviews)
Find out about the history of Petrópolis when you spend time at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
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Activities

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

NZ$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Tree-lined stream leading to the Cathedral of Petropolis in Rio de Janeiro

Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace

NZ$159
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

NZ$100
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

NZ$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

NZ$120
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

NZ$79
per adult
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
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Our pick of the best Itaipava Hotel Deals

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$93 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$93
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,048 reviews)
"The Breakfast was good and had plenty to choose from. The rooms have different themes and set ups for the same room type along with other room themes. I was over all enjoyable. We got a couples massage on site as well which was very convenient."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Estrada Correia da Veiga, 873 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$79 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$79
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada Uniao Industria, 10126 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$90 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$90
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal ...
8.2/10 Very good! (354 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
Wood House

Wood House

2.5 out of 5
R. Crescêncio Costa 125 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$93 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$93
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park ...
Wood House
Pousada Tankamana

Pousada Tankamana

4 out of 5
Est. Júlio Capua, 0 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$408 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$408
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Centro Cultural ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (471 reviews)
"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Tankaman. We stayed at the Cabin with Spa inside and what a treat! Beautiful property, with natural swimming pool, steam sauna, "ufuro", etc. The staff is very well trained and available to pretty much do anything you want after a short phone call of WhatsApp ..."

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Pousada Tankamana
Ninho da Arara

Ninho da Arara

2.5 out of 5
Rod. Philuvio Cerqueira Rodrigues Petrópolis Rio de Janeiro
The price is NZ$172 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$172
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park and Shopping ...
Ninho da Arara
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Our guide on where to stay in Itaipava

Find the best Itaipava areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pink and white building with arched windows and a stone entrance.

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.

A mountain range with clouds at sunset.

Araras

If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.

A brick building labeled 'NOGUEIRA' with a train track in front.

Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Nogueira Lake and Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a decorative courtyard with a patterned ground.

Quitandinha

Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Corrêas

If you're spending some time in Corrêas, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

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